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The Wave That Shook The World

The Wave That Shook The World

This website, based on the NOVA TV program 'The Wave that Shook the World', tells the story of the 2004 tsunami in the Indian Ocean. Features include detailed animations showing how the earthquake generated the tsunami, how it travelled, and what happened when it collided with coastlines; an interactive map showing tsunamis from the past and potential threats in the future; a teachers' guide; and an 'Ask the Expert' feature....

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Keywords:
Geophysics, Geoscience, Geology, Natural Hazards, NSDL, Oceanography, Science, Physics, Education (General), Earth Science, Chemistry, Space Sciences, Science -- Oceanography, Physical Oceanography, Astronomy, Education, Space Science, Physical Sciences
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Material Type:
Simulation
Date Added to MERLOT:
July 27, 2016
Date Modified in MERLOT:
February 28, 2025
Author:
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Submitter:
Barbra Bied Sperling
Hispanic Serving Institution
Primary Audience:
Middle School, High School, College General Ed
Technical Format:
Website
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Language:
English
Cost Involved:
Unknown
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No
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