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10 February, 2022

IGCSE Geography - Earthquakes

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IGCSE Geography - Earthquakes In IGCSE Geography we have been studying earthquakes and earthquake-proof building design.

In IGCSE Geography we have been studying earthquakes and earthquake-proof building design.

We tested this out with our own construction materials - marshmallows and spaghetti! With cross-bracing, isolated bases, damper rods and weights the towers were very successful - withstanding substantial shaking (measuring in between 6 and 10 on the Richter scale). 

 

Kate Bayford

Geography Teacher