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Oil Shocks
The factors affecting global oil prices, and what can happen if prices shift dramatically. Earth Science - Earth's Resources - Learning Points. Oil price is determined by the current supply to world markets, the amount in reserves, and...
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Living On the Edge
Cities near fault lines are at high risk of earthquakes. Can earthquakes be predicted, and how can these communities prepare for the worst? Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. Cities near fault lines are at high risk of...
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Earthquakes: LEDC Response
In 2010, Haiti was hit by a devastating earthquake. But the Haiti people suffered most in the aftermath of the earthquake due to their limited capacity, as a Less Economically Developed Country, to respond to the disaster. Earth Science...
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Christchurch Earthquake
On Tuesday the 22nd of February 2011 disaster struck the city of Christchurch. Why did it cause so much destruction? Earth ScienceGeology - Learning Points. New Zealand sits on a tectonic plate boundary between the Pacific plate and the...
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Earthquakes: MEDC Response
In 2011, an earthquake occurred off the West coast of Japan. As a More Economically Developed Country, Japan was better prepared for the disaster. But could any degree of preparation have prevented the wide devastation caused by the...
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Different Types of Aid
Discover more about different forms of emergency and development aid, and the advantages and disadvantages of their use. Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning Points. There are six different types of aid: emergency, development,...
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Tsunami
Tsunamis are huge volumes of moving water that become monstrous waves when they hit the coast. What causes them and how do they grow to be so dangerous? Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. Tsunamis are massive volumes of moving...
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Plate Tectonics
From volcanic eruptions to massive earthquakes to tidal waves, Earth's tectonic plates can be responsible for catastrophic natural disasters. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. The rising and falling of intense heat deep inside...
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Santorini: Looking for Atlantis
Could Atlantis, the mythical city which sank beneath the sea, be based in historical fact? The story of how a volcanic eruption on Crete may have inspired this enduring myth. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. In 1630BC, the...
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Galapagos volcanoes
Discover how the Galapagos Islands were formed from volcanic eruptions. Physical processes -The Earth and beyond - The Earth's layers Learning Points Lava is molten rock that is released by a volcano. Lava reaches temperatures of over...
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The Earth's layers
Journey to the centre of the Earth. Physical processes -The Earth and beyond - The Earth's layers Learning Points The Earth is made up of four layers. The crust is divided into plates. The mantle is the thickest layer. The inner core is...
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Liquefaction
A fascinating example of a solid behaving as a liquid. Material processes - Solids, liquids and gases - Solids Learning Points Liquefaction causes solid soil to take on some characteristics of liquids. A Twig Context Film. Reinforce and...
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Earthquakes
Investigate why earthquakes happen. Physical processes -The Earth and beyond - The Earth's layers Learning Points Earthquakes occur when plates that make up the Earth's crust move. The epicentre is the point from which an earthquake...
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Processes and People
This video explores real-world problems and how solutions can be designed to mitigate these problems. Vivid video illustrates the damage created by volcanic eruptions, and how scientists work to predict eruptions so people can move to...
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Devastation and Global Impact of Earthquakes and Tsunamis
This video explains the devastating impact of earthquakes and the connection to fault lines. It specifically focuses on the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, a deadly natural disaster, caused by a powerful earthquake beneath the ocean. The...
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The History and Preservation of Rome's Colosseum
The Colosseum in Rome is an iconic ancient stadium that has stood for over 2,000 years. It has served as a venue for games and blood sports, and continues to host large entertainment events. Despite damage from earthquakes and use as a...
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Earthquake Preparedness: Steps to Enhance Safety and Resilience
This guide outlines essential strategies for earthquake preparedness, from structural innovations in building design to personal safety measures. Learn how to create an emergency plan, assemble a survival kit, and make your living space...
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Understanding Earthquakes: The Role of Tectonic Movements
Dive into the dynamics of earthquakes, from the initial tremors to the science behind their measurement. Learn how seismologists use seismographs to detect seismic waves and locate epicenters, aiding in earthquake preparedness and the...
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Historic Earthquakes: Tragedy and Triumph in Disaster Response
Explore some of the most significant earthquakes in history, from the ancient tremors in China to the devastating events in San Francisco, Kashmir, Haiti, and Japan. Learn how these events have shaped seismological research and improved...
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The Forces Behind Earthquakes: Tectonic Dynamics Explained
Unpack the geological processes that cause earthquakes, from the structure of the Earth's layers to the movement of tectonic plates. Understand the types of plate boundaries and the phenomena of seismic waves and fault lines, which...
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Shake Things Up
Dr. Forrester demystifies earthquakes. She explains how they are created.