Tsunami Data Analysis Worksheet

Christina·

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create a fill in the blank graph for the data Record the Data You See Focal Depth (km) Maximum Water Height (m) What do you notice? 10 km about 20 m 20 km about 15 m 40 km about 8 m 70 km about 4 m 100 km about 2 m What pattern do you notice?

This learning resource focuses on analyzing tsunami data to understand the inverse relationship between earthquake focal depth and resulting tsunami water height. Students are required to observe and interpret data from various earthquakes, noting how greater depths correspond to lower wave heights. The resource encourages critical thinking through guided analytical questions and graphical data representation. Students will graph plant growth data to practice visualization and interpretation of trends, ultimately linking these concepts to real-world tsunami behavior as they approach shallow coastlines.