What is the device called that uses special weights and magnetic fields to measure the movement of the ground?

What is the Richter Scale?

Who developed the procedure used to measure the size of an earthquake?

One of the results of an earthquake can be...

The epicenter of an earthquake is

The Richter scale measures:

Which travels fastest, always being the first detected by seismic stations?

Liquefaction is when...

Which statement correctly compares seismic P-waves with seismic S-waves?

A strong earthquake that occurs on the ocean floor could result in the formation of

Which of the following describes a fault?

Make sure you have a fire extinguisher, first aid kit, a battery-powered radio, a flashlight, and extra batteries at home.

Stay calm! If you're indoors, stay inside. If you're outside, stay outside.

Check water, gas, and electric lines for damage. If any are damaged, shut off the valves. Check for the smell of gas. If you smell it, open all the windows and doors, leave immediately, and report it to the authorities

Make a plan of where to meet your family after an earthquake.

Stay out of damaged buildings.

Learn the earthquake plan at your school or workplace.