Chapter 3: Earthquakes and Tsunamis

Learning Objectives

  • Integrate the concept of plate tectonic boundaries with natural processes such as earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic activity, and landslides.

  • Relate seismic activity and geologic materials to various effects and damage associated with earthquakes.

  • Estimate the intensity of earthquake-generated ground movement based on given quantitative and qualitative scales.


Required Reading

Earthquake Essentials

Measuring Earthquakes

Earthquake Risk

Case Studies

Earthquake Sources in Washington


Other Helpful Resources

Earthquake Hazards

The Science of Earthquakes

Earthquake Hazards

Earthquake Preparedness

Red Cross Earthquake App for your Phone

Putting Together an Emergency Kit

Washington Geology Portal

Homework

Once you have finished the readings you should be able to answer the questions below. You will need to sign into your Gmail account to be able to fill out the following form. Good Luck!