6th Grade Earth Science: Earthquakes

Earthquakes are unpredictable and catastrophic events that can destroy cities. Watch this National Geographic video to find out what causes earthquakes, why they're so deadly, and what's being done to help buildings survive an earthquake.

Navigate through the Earthquake animation to see how earthquakes form in the Layers of the Earth. Pay attention to where an earthquake begins and when the different seismic waves form.

Watch the Earthquake Brainpop to learn why earthquakes occur. Remember, you will need to ask Mrs. Hurst for the school log in information to view this video.

Geologists cannot predict when earthquakes will occur which is part of the reason why earthquakes are deadly. Wisconsin geologists go miles deep through the faults to learn how to predict earthquakes. Hopefully, their research will help geologists predict when earthquakes will occur in the future.

Visit the United States Geological Survey's website to view the live time earthquakes occurring around the world. Do you spot any earthquakes that have occurred in the United States today?

Practice your Earthquake Vocabulary using Quizlet flashcards. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.