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IRIS: Recent Earthquake Teachable Moments Feature Summary
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- Our Top Picks
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Teachable Moments: The 2011 Japan Earthquake
- Description:
- Compelling collection of resources on the recent earthquake/tsunami that struck northern Japan. You'll find tectonic maps, computer animations, seismograms, aerial and ground photos, Power Point slides for teachers, news footage, and preliminary rupture models.
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- Grade Level:
- Middle School/High School
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- http://www.iris.edu/hq/retm
- Featured:
- March 17, 2011 - June 3, 2011