Virginia Tech KTU- Jan. 26th exhibit- "Earthquakes: the original rock and roll!"

This exhibit will explore earthquake shocks and the different types of waves geophysicists study to learn about hazards.  Using hands-on examples and materials kids can observe how different waves behave.  There will also be a real-time seismometer that will display earth movement—even jumping!  There will also be information about the 2011 Central Virginia Earthquake presented by graduate students who are working on the data from that area.  The Virginia Tech Seismological Observatory is part of the worldwide seismic network.  Additional information about earthquakes around the world will also be available.  To encourage earthquake safety kids can practice the Great ShakeOut Drill: Drop, Cover, and Hold On!

 Virginia Tech Seismological Observatory and Geophysics Graduate Students.
The Virginia Tech Seismological Observatory and the Seismology research group interest areas include: earthquake seismology, seismic hazard assessment, regional monitoring, exploration seismology, exploration geophysics, and tectonics.