Scavenger Hunt

Destructive Natural Forces

Online Hunt #1

Below are a list of questions on destructive natural forces that occur around the world. These questions can be answered by researching destructive natural forces in your school media center or by visiting the links suggested below. Print out a hard copy of these questions, research the information necessary to answer the questions, then record your answers on this paper. Hand in the paper to your teacher for evaluation. Have fun!!!

1. In the United States, where is the National Weather Center located?

2. In the United States, where is the Pacific Hurricane Center located?

3. In the United States, where is the National Severe Storms Forecast Center located?

4. Name the three volcanos that erupted on July 1, 1998.

5. What is the suspected country of origin of the iceberg that sank the Titanic?

6. What is a tsunami?

7. What is the biggest earthquake that has ever happened?

8. What is Richter magnitude?

9. Since 1985, how many people have died in Colorado avalanches?

10. Describe a tropical depression, a tropical storm, and a hurricane.

Use the following links to help answer the questions above.

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