Investigate the causes of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, their impact on the Earth's surface, and the associated hazards and monitoring techniques.
Earthquakes and Volcanoes 1. Earthquakes: Definition: Earthquakes are the shaking of the surface of the Earth resulting from a sudden release of energy in the Earth's lithosphere. Causes: Most earthquakes are caused by the movement of tectonic plates, volcanic activity, or human activities like mining or reservoir-induced seismicity. Measurement: Earthquakes are measured using the Richter scale o...…
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