Earthquakes & The New Madrid Fault : An 8 page
research
paper that examines the most dangerous geological feature of
the North American heartland. While most Americans think of
California whenever the topic of earthquakes comes up, the
residents of New Madrid, Missouri suffered through the worst
series of quakes in the known history of North America during
an eight-week period in the winter of 1811 to 1812. The three
principal shocks have been determined to have had a magnitude
of 8.0 or higher. Additionally, ten of the aftershocks reached or
exceeded a magnitude of 6.0, and at least three may have
reached 7.0. Scientists now believe that eyewitness stories of
the Mississippi flowing backward, and waterfalls on the
Mississippi are true. The writer discusses what is now known
about what happened during this dramatic eight-week period.
Bibliography lists 8 sources. Madridf.wps The
Whittier Earthquake Of 1987 : In this 7 page essay, the
writer uses the Whittier Narrows Quake to show how
frighteningly unpredictable and random California's earthquakes
have become. The writer discusses the occurrence of that
particular quake, its socioeconomic devastation, and most
importantly-- describes what "lessons" we should have learned
from this random example of geologic terror. Comparisons are
also made between the Whittier quake and the Loma Prieta
quake of 1989. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Whittier.wps
Earthquakes in New Jersey : The possibility of
earthquakes
occurring in the New Jersey area is addressed in this 5 page
paper. The history of quakes in the geographic location as well
as a discussion on current seismologic theory is included.
Bibliography lists 4 sources. Eqnj.wps
Earthquakes In New York : The possibility of a
major
earthquake occurring in the New York area is addressed in this
7 page paper. The history of quakes in the area as well as a
discussion on fault lines existing in the state's region is
examined. A general discussion on the ineffectiveness of current
seismological equipment is also included. Bibliography lists 5
sources. Earthny.wps
The Possibility of A Major Earthquake in the New York
City Area : A 3 page paper on the geology of the northeastern
United States and the extremely serious -- although unlikely --
earthquake that could occur with respect to Cameron's Line
(Bronx area), the prevalence red brownstone and red sandstone
in the Palisades, and NYC's location a long a major tectonic
plate. Specific locations for the possible earthquake and its
resulting damage are described in considerable detail.
Bibliography lists 3 sources. Quakesnj.wps
Advances In The Science & Technology Of Earthquake
Prediction & Protection : A 5 page paper discussing scientific
advancements in the prediction of earthquakes and the means
by which technology can assist in minimizing earthquake damage.
Bibliography lists five sources. Quakepro.wps
Environmental Sciences : A 9 page paper that
discusses
various aspects of environment sciences. Some of the history is
discussed in relationship to research conducted long ago and
academic history that has assisted in bringing the sciences closer
together. A section discussing some of the more recent concerns
is also included. Bibliography lists 7 sources. RAecology.wps
Law Review / Avalanches & Liability : A 7 page
research
paper on avalanche predictions, postings, and cleanup in light of
federal, state, and torte law. Also considered are contract,
negligence and manslaughter. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Avalanc.wps
The Volcanoes Of Papua, New Guinea : This 11 page
research paper examines the historical phenomena of volcano
eruptions in Papua. The writer is particularly concerned with
caldera eruptions, predictors, etc; Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Papuav.wps
Human Habitation and Geological Disasters : A 10
page
research paper on flood, earthquake, and volcano destruction of
human civilizations. The writer details the causes of such
disasters and famous instances including Vesuvius, Krakatoa,
New Madrid, San Francisco, and the great Mississippi floods of
1993. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Volcano.wps
Origin and Physical Characteristics of the Basin & Range
Province in the United States : A 5 page paper that provides
a concise overview of the origin and major geological
characteristics of the Basin and Range Province of the United
States, and considers the implications of this information for
understanding the geological development in the region.
Bibliography lists 4 sources. Province.wps
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