a measure of the energy released by an earthquake

the point on Earth's surface that is directly above where an earthquake happens underground

An example of effects and responses to a tectonic hazard in an LIC

Geography

This unit teaches pupils about natural and tectonic hazards, their location, causes and effects. Pupils learn about the different types of hazard before focusing on earthquakes and volcanoes. Pupils will learn about tectonic processes, hazard impacts and the options for mitigation and adaptation.

Natural and tectonic hazards

Depiction or discussion of famine, disease, natural disasters.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

What was the magnitude of the earthquake that struck Haiti in January 2010?

Which of the following was a primary effect of the 2010 Haiti earthquake?

Haiti had a high number of earthquakes in a short period

Haiti’s poor infrastructure and weak building regulations contributed greatly

The earthquake occurred at a much deeper depth

Why did the 7.0 magnitude earthquake in Haiti in 2010 cause such extreme destruction?

How did the earthquake affect the population of Haiti?

Pieces of Earth's crust that move and interact

Which of the following can be a secondary effect of an earthquake?

Mountains, volcanoes, or deep ocean trenches

What is formed at a convergent plate boundary?

They slowly slide along the mantle's surface

They change shape depending on temperature

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision required

Starter Quiz