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California Academy of Sciences: Earthquakes and Tectonic Plates

How can we determine the locations of tectonic plate boundaries?  

How can we use seismic waves to pinpoint the epicenter of an earthquake?  In this activity, students will explore these and other questions using seismic data and triangulation.

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Geology, Seismology
K-6, Middle School, Educator
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