Earthquake damage can be intensified in areas that are subject to soil liquefaction. For example, in these areas, soil movement may cause foundations to collapse, while structures in nearby areas built on more stable soil or bedrock may escape relatively unscathed. This project uses readily available materials to determine whether soil additives can reduce the tendency to soil liquefaction.

Concepts

earthquakes, geology

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Additional Tags

liquefaction, science fair project, science buddies, science project

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Classroom Considerations

• Knovation Readability Score: 4 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)