Description
In this activity students use a mechanical fault model to collect empirical data, develop logical arguments about earthquake re-occurrence, and skeptical review other groups arguments.
Audience
Grades 5 to 12
Time
125 Minutes
Objective
- Explain earthquakes as a part of the natural Earth System
- Describe the global trends for earthquake occurrence and size
- Students will be able to interpret a Gutenberg Richter plot (Frequency vs Magnitude)
- Critically analyze data generated by the Earthquake Machine and use the data to develop a position
- Describe the role sharing of science results with peers plays an important part of the science process.
Supporting Resources
EQ
Machine Lite Activity 2 slideshow and supporting files (Direct Download 7.6MB)
Sample data set collected with EQ Machine Lite
