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Finding the Epicenter
Finding the Epicenter - lab
Finding the Epicenter - lab
Purpose
Purpose
The purpose of this lab is to learn how scientists locate the epicenter of an earthquake using a process called triangulation.
Learning Targets
Learning Targets
- Students will analyze and interpret data on natural hazards to forecast future catastrophic events and inform the development of technologies to mitigate their effects.
Success Criteria
Success Criteria
- I can locate the epicenter of earthquakes.
- I can use triangulation to plot the location of an earthquake.
Roles
Roles
- Organizer, Materials Manager, Time Keeper, Checker, Reader
Materials
Materials
- compass with a sharp pencil
- United States map
- metric ruler
Procedures
Procedures
The procedures for this activity can be found on pg 118-121 in the Ever Changing Earth Text.
MS-ESS3-2 Analyze and interpret data on natural hazards to forecast future catastrophic events and inform the development of technologies to mitigate their effects.
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