Definitions
Define Earthquakes
What is earthquakes are defined as the sudden shaking of the earth caused by the abrupt release of pressure, causing movement of the earth’s crust.
What does 'M' in the MP3 strategy stand for
What is Monitoring
Two tectonic plates slide past each other, what type of boundary is described?
What is a transform boundary?
Define Plate Tectonics
What is refers to a theory that explains how the Earth’s outer crust moves around over the molten layer below.
What does the first P in MP3 stand for
What is Prediction
Give a social impact of earthquakes
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Define Convergent Boundaries
what is when two tectonic plates come together
What does the second P in MP3 stand for
What is Protection
Give one long term and one short term impact of earthquakes
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Define Shock Absorber
What is a device that functions to lessen the impact of a vibration/shock related occurrence, in this case, earthquakes. (Lessens damage to area by reducing the extent of the shock)
What does the third P in MP3 stand for
What is Planning
Explain animal behavior in relation to the Monitoring phase of the MP3 guide
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Define Hydraulic Fracturing
What is the process of injecting water, sand, and/or chemicals into a well to break up underground bedrock to free up oil or gas reserves
Monitoring _______ activity can greatly help with preparedness and mitigation of an earthquake.
What is tectonic
An earthquake is predicted to hit Jamaica sometime this week. Use the MP3 phase guide to provide an idea of how this prediction would come about and how it should be prepared for.
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