tsunami
what's a tsunami?
giant waves caused by earthquakes or volcanic eruptions under the sea
what is a rock?
substance composed of solid crystals of minerals that have been fused into a solid lump
what is a transform boundary?
occurs when two tectonic plates move past one another
How does a volcano erupt?
a buildup of gases within the volcano
who is Elsbecker's favorite student?
NOBODY
how does a TSUNAMI occur?
earthquakes occurring below or near the ocean
what is a convergent boundary?
When two plates come together
what is a volcano?
an opening on the surface of a planet
does Elsbecker give lectures?
Yes... lots
what stops a tsunami?
shallower water
what is a divergent boundary?
occurs when two tectonic plates move away from each other
how can you stop a volcano?
explosives, water, and physical barriers
why did I have to do this?
because Elsbecker made me
how fast can a tsunami travel?
500 mph
what causes these plate boundaries?
If two tectonic plates collide
how do people record volcanos?
using very sensitive microphones
what's karly's favorite word to say?
I DON'T KNOW
can anything prevent tsunamis?
not really
what is a boundary?
a line that marks the limits of an area; a dividing line
what is the biggest volcano ever?
Mauna Loa
why do I like dogs better than cats?
because I don't like cats