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Slow earthquake

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Some earthquakes are very slow.

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They do not shake fast. They can last for many days. They are much quieter than big shakes. This helps us learn about our Earth.
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Cascadia Subduction Cross Section.jpg
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Common Cross Section of a Subduction Zone.jpg
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Cascadia subduction zone USGS.png
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Earthquake FW-HW Diagram.jpg
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