Misconception of energy release in earthquakes
J. M. Wampler 2002 Journal of Geoscience Education v 50, n 5, p 620-623

Analyzes how textbooks define and describe an earthquake focus or hypocenter. Provides examples from textbooks that reflect an absence of precision in words and diagrams that can foster misconceptions. Discusses the origin of the problems.

ISSN 1089-9995
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Subject: Geoscience:Geology:Geophysics:Seismology, Environmental Science:Natural Hazards:Earthquakes
Resource Type: Pedagogic Resources, Journal Article
Special Interest: Hazards
Research on Learning: Cognitive Domain:Misconceptions/barriers to learning