Do Earthquakes Deeper in the Earth Cause More Damage?
1:09
Grades: 3 - 8
Video Description: Dr. Robert B. Hermann of the Saint Louis University Earthquake Center explains how the depth of an earthquake might affect the amount of damage it creates.
Type of Video: Segment*
Unique Video ID: Geology-17**
Quick Ideas for Using the Video:
- After viewing the video, have students explain to a classmate the conditions that create the most potential damage from an earthquake. Have their classmate then repeat back what they just learned. Check for knowledge and understanding.
*Segment videos are short excerpts edited from interviews or interactive programs that offer flexible and differentiated ways to use the rich content included in the full-length conversation.
**The unique Video ID can be used to quickly locate a single video in the ET collection. This search function is designed to let teachers assign students to watch a specific video and have only that video appear as a search result. Just click on Search and choose “By Video ID.” Then type in the Video ID as it appears above. Be sure to include the dash.
