Smithsonian Science
Dynamic Planet Map
Throughout time, catastrophic geologic events have been a constant on Earth. They have changed the face of the planet, altered human history and caused significant ecological change. Discover the world’s hotspots for earthquakes and volcanoes through the interactive map "The Dynamic Planet,” maintained by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History, the U.S. Geological Survey and the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory. The map is part of the larger site "The Dynamic Earth,” which offers videos, photos and text for an even deeper understanding of the powerful realm of plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanoes.
Dynamic Planet Map
Throughout time, catastrophic geologic events have been a constant on Earth. They have changed the face of the planet, altered human history and caused significant ecological change. Discover the world’s hotspots for earthquakes and volcanoes through the interactive map "The Dynamic Planet,” maintained by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History, the U.S. Geological Survey and the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory. The map is part of the larger site "The Dynamic Earth,” which offers videos, photos and text for an even deeper understanding of the powerful realm of plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanoes.