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aftershock
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Lesser shock after the main shock of an earthquake. |
| seismograph
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An instrument that records direction, intensity, and duration of earthquakes. |
| intensity |
To an extreme degree. |
| magnitude
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The great size of something. |
| fault
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A rock formation with a fracture in it. |
| trough
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A long, narrow area that moves water from one place to another. |
| surge |
An intense wavelike movement. |
| fjord
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A narrow and long extension of the sea that has steep cliffs as it's borders. |
| crest |
The highest point on a summit, mountain etc. |
| warning
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The act of providing notice or caution. |
| disaster
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A catastrophic event, often resulting in loss of life and property. |
| earthquake |
Intense vibrations that occur in the earth's crust. |
| tsunami |
A massive sea wave brought on by an undersea volcanic eruption or seaquake. |
| flooding |
A large overflow or flow of water that often occurs on land. |
| epicenter |
The main area where activity occurs. |