Geology of North America: Faulting

Geology of North America: Faulting

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Interactive Video

Science, Geography, Biology

10th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses San Francisco's beauty and its vulnerability to earthquakes, focusing on the 1989 earthquake that caused significant damage. It explains the causes of earthquakes, particularly the role of the San Andreas Fault, a major geological feature in North America. The fault system's movement is described, highlighting the ongoing risk of future earthquakes.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What do people in San Francisco regularly feel, and what do they anticipate?

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3 mins • 1 pt

How do strong forces within the earth contribute to earthquakes?

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