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Earthquakes

Across
The location beneath Earth's surface where an earthquake begins
Rates Earthquakes based on measurements of the times and amplitudes of seismic waves.
The movement of Earth's Lithosphere that occurs when rocks in the lithosphere suddenly shift, releasing stored energy.
Vibrations that carry the energy released during an earthquake
The point on Earth's surface directly above the focus of an Earthquake
A device that can detect and record seismic waves
Down
Secondary waves; transverse waves caused by earthquakes
A break in Earth's crust
A transverse wave that develops when a seismic wave reaches Earth's surface
The forces of deformation acting on the rocks of Earth's crust
Primary waves: longitudinal waves caused by earthquakes
A bend in layers of rock