RILINK Schools: Chariho Middle School Library: Earthquakes, Volcanoes & Tsunamis

Earthquakes

Earthquakes
This site by the British Geological Society provides a link to "frequently asked questions" with answers and many Internet links.
Earthquake Hazards Program
This website contains vital information about earthquake news and highlights. Sponsored by the US Geological Survey.
Scholastic Archives - Earthquake Question and Answer
Learn everything from how earthquakes occur to what is the difference between an earthquake and aftershocks, and ways to warn people when an earthquake is occurring.
Where do Earthquakes Occur?
Learn about the three types of plate boundaries and where earthquakes appear.

Volcanoes Cascades Volcano Observatory
Information is provided on volcanoes around the world.
Volcano World
A wonderful site you can search by region, volcano name, and country. Many links include "Ask a Volcanologist" and "Mt. St. Helens".

The Earth's Layers
Click on the buttons after reading the descriptions to learn how plates move. Sponsored by Volcano World, Oregon State University.

Earthquake and Volcano Resources
Click on "reference materials" to be connected to earthquake information sponsored by the U.S. government.