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Earthquakes
Earthquakes occur when tectonic plates move, causing ground shaking with varying intensity and impact. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
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Paricutin Volcano
Although it is not one of the largest volcanoes in Mexico, Paricutin has taken place on the list of natural wonders following its birth in 1943. The eruption spanned ten years and covered about 2.6 square meters (10 square miles).
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Ring of fire
The chain of volcanoes that lines the pacific rim. Located in the Pacific Ocean zone, where there are many volcanoes and frequent earthquakes.
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Volcano
A natural event, formed when magma, gases, and water from the lower part of the crust or mantle collect in underground chambers eventually erupt and poured out of cracks in the earth’s surface.