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27 minutes/Grades 7-Adult
Produced by Doug Prose/Earth Images Foundation
The New Madrid Earthquake Zone, located along the Mississippi
River recent years. But in 1811 it was the site of the most
powerful series of earthquakes ever known on earth. Some two
million square miles were affected, and shocks were felt as
far away as Montreal, Canada --1,200 miles from the epicenter.
According to experts, another major earthquake will likely
occur in the New Madrid Earthquake Zone in the next 50 years.
With the aid of computer graphics, the geologic
characteristics of the region and the tectonic nature of
earthquakes are explained. Additionally, the relatively stable
region of the central United States is compared to the well-
known seismicity of California. This is a fascinating science
adventure that, for many people, will hit very close to home.
With Study Guide.
Awards: CINE Golden Eagle; Bronze Apple, National Educational
Film & Video Festival; Best of Category, Birmingham
International Educational Festival
- "...interesting, easy to follow, full of good information,
and well illustrated with high-quality computer graphics and
live-action footage...effective in any historical geology or
tectonics class to show how the understanding of ancient
tectonic history can elucidate issues that face modern
society." ***** Journal of Geological Education
- "Smoothly edited into a vibrant, coherent, accessible whole
with an excellent balance of interviews to visuals. Highly
recommended for classroom use in earth science courses and for
the general public." **** Video Rating Guide
- "Explains the geologic origins of earthquakes, cites the
difficulties of predicting action along the New Madrid Fault,
and calmly alerts viewers to a hidden threat." Booklist
Subject Areas: EARTH SCIENCE, GEOLOGY, PLATE TECTONICS,
EARTHQUAKES
ISBN: 1-56029-468-X
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