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Moon's Tug Doesn't Cause Big Quakes

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The Relationship Between Moon Phases and Earthquakes

This chapter explores the belief that large earthquakes are more likely to occur during times of significant tidal stress, such as during a new or full moon. It examines the Alaska earthquake of 1964 and compares it to other earthquakes that coincided with a full moon, discussing conflicting research findings on the topic.

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