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Earthquakes or nuclear explosions: seismic clues to dirty deeds
Provided by: N/A
Activity type(s): Classroom activity, Subject knowledge booster
Duration: 40 minutes
Suitable for ages: 14-16 years old
Description:
This is a comprehension exercise on using seismic data to locate underground nuclear arms testing and develops reading and written communication skills. Activity details available at:
https://geohubliverpool.org.uk/jesei/earthquakea%20&%20nuclear%20xplos.htm
Links to activity files: https://earth-science.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/formidable/5/Earthquakes-or-nuclear-explosions.pdf
Subject areas:
- Science communication
- Earth formation and structure
- Global tectonics
- Nuclear energy
- Waves
- Development of scientific thinking
Keywords: Seismic waves, Earthquakes, Surface waves, Hydroacoustic sensor, Infrasound sensor, Radionuclide sensor
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