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jetty |
a wall-like structure that sticks out into the ocean |
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seismologist |
a scientist that studies earthquakes |
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seismograph |
records movements in Earth's crust |
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What does the GPS System do? |
Uses receivers to determine exact positions on Earth's surface, measures the movement of faults |
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How do seismologists help help prevent earthquake damage? |
help locate earthquakes |
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shake table |
simulates the ground movements during an earthquake |
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levee |
prevents overflow of water |
