Earthquakes crossword with Richter scale, plate tectonics, and San Andreas Fault.

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Earthquakes Crossword Puzzle

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This 20-clue earthquake science crossword introduces Grades 4–6 students to plate tectonics, fault zones, the Richter and Mercalli scales, and seismic activity. Clues reference the Pacific Ring of Fire, the San Andreas Fault, and notable earthquakes in Alaska, California, and Chile. Use it as a vocabulary review, classroom warm-up, or sub plan during an earth science or natural hazards unit.

Subject:: Science
Topic:: Earth Science
Grade Level:: 4th – 6th Grades
Updated March 2026

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