Seismic wave demonstrations

Learn how scientists predict earthquakes.

Delivery

On campus

When

Term 1 to 4

Cohort

Secondary, senior secondary

Where

Sandy Bay campus

Capacity

30 students

About the program

In this dynamic, hands-on presentation, students learn about seismic waves and their passage through different mediums such as the classroom floor. This knowledge is then used to explore earthquakes and how scientists predict and understand these life-changing events.

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Links to the Australian Curriculum

Creative and critical thinking

General capability

Sustainability

Cross-curriculum priority