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\nPlate Tectonics Cycle — Fifth Grade\n

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\nMath/Science Nucleus provides a set of four resources that take a deeper look into the parts of the plate tectonics cycle. Each resource contains hands-on activities and labs to help fifth graders develop a better understanding of one of...\n
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\nRichter Scale\n

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\nThe 12th lesson in a series of 20 opens with a demonstration of exponential functions using pasta. This concept is connected to the Richter Scale, which is also an exponential function. Scholars compare the exponential scale that...\n
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\nSimplification of Radical Expressions: Richter Scale Exponents\n

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\nShake up your lessons with with a radical resource. Scholars use a slider to view the Richter scale magnitude and amplitude of historical earthquakes. They use powers of 10 to compare the amplitudes of different earthquakes.\n
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\nShake it up with Seismographs!\n

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\nShake things up in your STEM or earth science classroom when you have small groups construct their own seismographs. A reading assignment on the history of seismographs, the Richter scale, and current technology sets the stage for the...\n
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\nMagnitude of the Richter Scale\n

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\nStudents examine how a Richter scale operates. They create a booklet illustrating each rating on the scale. They discover how engineers use different measurement tools.\n
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\nEarthquake Power\n

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\nIn this earthquakes worksheet, students learn about the measurements of earthquakes on the Richter scale. They answer six questions about the magnitudes and sizes of earthquakes using two tables of data about earthquakes and the Richter...\n
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\nComparing the New Madrid and San Andreas Fault Zones\n

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\nIn this faults worksheet, learners use an earthquake reference sheet to find the numbers for a modified Mercalli and Richter scale. They compare the San Andreas Fault zone and the New Madrid fault zone on the United States map. They...\n
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\nEarthquakes Rock!\n

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\nStudents study the main methods to measure earthquakes; the Richter Scale and Mercalli Scale. They make a model of a seismograph and investigate which structural designs are most likely to survive an earthquake.\n
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\nEarthquakes: Fourth Grade Lesson Plans and Activities\n

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\nExamine earthquake intensities and ways to measure an earthquake through the comparison of the Mercalli and Richter scales. After completing the pre-lab worksheet, fourth graders compare high and low intensity quakes by testing...\n
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\nQuakeFeed Earthquake Map, Alerts and News\n

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\nAmateur seismologists explore Earth's earthquakes in real time using a variety of map styles and parameter selections.\n
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\nEvaluating an Illinois Earthquake\n

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\nStudents develop awareness of occurrences of earthquakes in Illinois and their past and potential future damage, and examine distribution of earthquakes in central U.S. regions.\n
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\nEarthquake Detector\n

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\nStudents investigate earthquakes and describe the interactions inside the Earth that cause them to occur. Then they research the equipment and systems for detection and measurement of earthquakes. Students also build and engage in a...\n
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\nComparing Richter and Mercalli Scales\n

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\nIn this Richter and Mercalli scale worksheet, students answer questions about these two types of scales and how to read each. They answer questions about the Mercalli scale and Richter scale given percentages and magnitudes of earthquakes.\n
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\nWhat are Earthquakes?\n

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\nHere is a scientific presentation of earthquakes. The elastic rebound theory is explained, as well as the different types of waves and how they are measured. Just a note: Slide number 15 has a diagram that is upside down. Enable editing...\n
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\nHow Big was that Quake?\n

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\nIn this earthquake worksheet, students determine the magnitude of an earthquake based on the seismogram reading. This worksheet has 5 problems to solve.\n
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\nMusical Plates-Earthquakes\n

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\nIn this plotting earthquake data worksheet, middle schoolers use a large world map and given web sites showing the latitude and longitude for the epicenter of recent earthquakes around the world. Students plot 2 weeks of earthquake data...\n
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\nDestruction by Earthquakes\n

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\nIn this earthquakes worksheet, learners review terms associated with earthquakes such as Richter scale, seismographs, and the Moho scale. This worksheet has 10 fill in the blank questions.\n
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\nEarthquakes\n

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\nLearn about the causes of earthquakes, as well as the value of seismographs, with an informative presentation. From the Richter Scale to the Mecalli Scale, learners discover elements that make an earthquake occur.\n
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\nHazards: Fourth Grade Lesson Plans and Activities\n

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\nLearn about damage associated with earthquakes and materials that best withstand a quake. A lab engages class members in the experimental design and construction of sturdy structures that can endure various earthquake...\n
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\nEarth Shaking Events\n

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\nThe world's largest measured earthquake happened in 1960 in Chile, reaching a terrifying 9.5 magnitude on the Richter Scale. The second lesson plan in the 20-part series introduces earthquakes and fault lines. Scholars map where...\n
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\nEarthquake Problem\n

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\nShake up things in the classroom. The unit uses earthquakes to bring a real-life connection to finding arc lengths, logarithms, and equations of circles. Small groups determine whether particular towns would have felt an earthquake after...\n
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\nEarthquakes and Volcanoes\n

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\nIn this earthquakes and volcanoes activity, students will review how volcanoes are formed and where they are found. Students will describe earthquakes and their magnitudes. Students will use a table to answer questions about tsunamis....\n
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\nEarthquake Activity\n

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\nStudents design and build a vehicle using Lego. In this earth science lesson, students analyze the factors they need to consider when building their vehicles. They present their finished project in class.\n
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\nDestruction by Earthquakes\n

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\nIn this earthquakes activity, students will name the parts of a seismograph and then review information about large magnitude earthquakes that have occurred. This activity has 4 fill in the blank and 7 short answer questions.\n
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