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Understanding Earthquake Intensity Using the Mercalli Scale

Earth & Space Science, ESS2: Earth's Systems, ESS2.B: Plate Tectonics and Large-Scale System Interactions, ESS3.B: Natural Hazards

This activity teaches students about how earthquake intensity is measured using a roleplaying and map-making activity.

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Activity Instructions and Answer Key (.ppt)
Handout (.doc)

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