The San Andreas Fault | Journeys into the Ring of Fire

San Francisco is located on the collision zone of two tectonic plates, making the area incredibly susceptible to earthquakes.

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Clip Info
  • Clip length: 3'36''
  • Broadcast year: 2006
Curriculum Connection
  • Geography | Natural hazards | Plate tectonics | Plate boundaries
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Licence: ERA Licence required

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UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

Content
  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC Four
  • Programme: Journeys into the Ring of Fire
  • Series: 1
  • Episode: California
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