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Earthquakes

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

An earthquake is a sudden shaking of the earth's surface caused by movement along fault lines or volcanic activity.

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