Earthquakes!! What Causes Them?

In class we read B 2.1 about earthquakes, where they are located and what causes them.  Faults are where earthquakes happen.  Reverse faults happen at convergent boundaries.  Normal faults happen along divergent boundaries and strike-slip happen at transform boundaries. 









 Reading Worksheet B. 2.1

Tying Up Loose Ends...

 

Today in class we finished our powerpoint over Plate Tectonics and then Read section B1.3 about divergent boundaries.  We discussed all three boundary types in the powerpoint as well as island arcs, volcanic arcs and hot spots.  Hawaii is one of those hot spots!  Lot's of information was given today.  The powerpoint is on last Thursday's post for your viewing pleasure.  Tomorrow we will be working on a Plate Boundary Map.  Colored pencils and/or crayons are strongly suggested in completing the activity.