Natural Disasters
All the facts you need to understand the mechanics of natural disasters. We look at volcanoes, earthquakes, cyclones and tsunami.
Have you thought about?
- How does an earthquake occur?
- What happens when a volcano erupts?
- What is the difference between a tsunami and a tidal wave?
- How can we predict natural disasters?
WHEN AND WHERE
Japan Theatre Questacon - The National Science and Technology Centre
King Edward TerraceParkes, CanberraAustralian Capital Territory
All Ages
Learn About
Earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunami, cyclones and floods. Geology, seismology and plate tectonics are also delved into.
For Educators
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- Sunday 20 August, 2017
- Sunday 20 August, 2017
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- Monday 21 August, 2017
- Monday 21 August, 2017
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- Tuesday 22 August, 2017
- Tuesday 22 August, 2017
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