Machine learning promises better aftershock forecasting

Topics:

Earth and Space Sciences – Plate Tectonics; Extreme Earth Events

Additional: Careers, Technology; Engineering

Concepts (South Australia):

Earth and Space Sciences – The Earth’s Surface

Years: 6, 9

Word Count: 335

How technology is assisting with aftershock prediction, leading to more lives saved. A useful resource to use alongside the Year 6 and 9 Earth and Space Sciences curriculum looking at earthquakes.