Earthquakes and Volcanoes

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What are the three main types of earthquake waves?

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P waves, S waves, and surface waves.

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Which earthquake wave is the most destructive?

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Surface waves.

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What is a transform fault?

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A type of fault where two tectonic plates slide past each other, causing earthquakes.

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What is the San Andreas Fault?

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A famous transform fault located in California that is known for significant earthquake activity.

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What natural disaster can occur as a result of underwater earthquakes?

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Tsunamis.

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What is a tsunami?

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A series of powerful ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions.

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What type of force causes a strike-slip fault?

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Shearing force.

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What is the difference between P waves and S waves?

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P waves are primary waves that travel faster and can move through solids and liquids, while S waves are secondary waves that only move through solids.

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What is the Richter scale?

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A scale used to measure the magnitude of earthquakes.

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What is volcanic activity?

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The process by which magma from the Earth's interior escapes to the surface, resulting in eruptions.