Devastation and Global Impact of Earthquakes and Tsunamis

The video explains how earthquakes occur due to the movement of the Earth's crust over molten magma, leading to fault lines. It highlights the global pattern of earthquakes, with a focus on the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami caused by a fault line shift between the Indian and Burmese plates. The tsunami, one of the deadliest natural disasters, affected 14 countries and killed approximately 230,000 people. The video also discusses the magnitude and historical significance of this event.

What causes the Earth's surface to crack along fault lines?

• The movement of tectonic plates

• The swirling mantle of molten magma

• The pressure from ocean waves

• The gravitational pull of the moon

Which fault line is known for its visibility in California?

• San Andreas Fault

• Hayward Fault

• Cascadia Fault

• New Madrid Fault

In which year did the earthquake between the Indian and Burmese plates occur?

• 2000

• 2002

• 2004

• 2006

Which of the following countries was NOT among the hardest hit by the 2004 tsunami?

• Japan

• Thailand

• Sri Lanka

• Indonesia

Approximately how many people were killed by the 2004 tsunami?

• 1,000,000

• 500,000

• 230,000

• 100,000