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Science of Earthquakes (2:32)

Over a million earthquakes occur every year, but most happen in remote areas and on the ocean floor. Find out what causes earthquakes, and how they are monitored. With Dr. Maya Tolstoy of the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, Columbia University.

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  • Science of Earthquakes
    Science of Earthquakes

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    Over a million earthquakes occur every year, but most happen in remote areas and on the ocean floor. Find out what causes earthquakes, and how they are monitored. With Dr. Maya Tolstoy of the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, Columbia University.

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    Earthquake in the Heartland

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    Mega Disasters takes a look at how bad the ripple effect could be if an earthquake were to happen in Memphis, TN. If the seismic pressure were severe, states across the country could be in turmoil.

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