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Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives
Understand what tectonic processes lead to the formation of volcanoes.
Understand the difference between an active, dormant, and extinct volcano.
Be able to describe what materials make up a stratovolcano and why they cause the most casualties.
Be familiar with the six most common volcanic hazards and the consequences of each.
Understand what causes an earthquake and how scientists measure the size and intensity.
Be familiar with both primary and secondary earthquake hazards and the damage and destruction they produce.
Be familiar with the Cascadia subduction zone megathrust fault, including the size and strength of the, expected earthquake, the areas that will be affected, and when the last occurred.
Reading
Reading
Please click on/read about all hazards from Tephra to Volcanic Landslides
Please read about all Primary and Secondary Earthquake hazards
Other Helpful Resources
Other Helpful Resources
Living with Volcanoes and Earthquakes
Interactive Map of All Recent Volcanic Eruptions and Earthquakes
Unprepared- Will We Be Ready For The Next MegaQuake in Oregon?
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