Review:
Earthquakes
overall review score: 3.5
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Earthquakes are natural phenomena that occur when there is a sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust, leading to seismic waves that cause the ground to shake.
Key Features
- Sudden release of energy
- Seismic waves
- Ground shaking
Pros
- Can provide valuable information about the Earth's tectonic processes
- May lead to advances in earthquake prediction and preparation
- Can create new landforms and geological features
Cons
- Can cause destruction and loss of life
- Difficult to predict accurately
- Can trigger secondary hazards like tsunamis and landslides