5 Questions
What was the magnitude of the earthquake that hit Luzon?
5.3
Where was the epicenter of the earthquake located?
Northeast of Lubang Island
What is the depth of the earthquake's epicenter?
86.86 km
Which organization reported the earthquake's magnitude as 5.5?
Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS)
Why is the Philippines prone to frequent and large earthquakes?
'Pacific Ring of Fire', an arc of fault lines circling the Pacific Basin
Test your knowledge about earthquakes and faults by using models or illustrations to explain how movements along faults generate earthquakes. Learn about a recent earthquake in Luzon, Philippines as a real-world example.
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