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Tectonic plates shifted, creating the earthquake.

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When did japan's earthquake happen?

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How did the japan earthquake 2011 happen?

The plates moved so this can occur the earthquake.


What month and day did the japan earthquake happen?

March 11, 2011


What day did disaster happen in japan?

March 15, 2011. (The earthquake)


When did the 2011 Japan earthquake happen?

The 2011 Japan earthquake, also known as the Great East Japan Earthquake, occurred on March 11, 2011. It was a magnitude 9.0 earthquake that triggered a devastating tsunami and caused widespread destruction in Japan.


What happen after the Japan earthquake?

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What year did Japan earthquake happen?

The recent magnitude 9.0 earthquake hit northern Japan on Friday March 11, 2011.Related resources:List of earthquakes in JapanToday's Earthquakes in Japan


When the erathquaqe hit Japan?

If you mean when did the Earthquake happen it was 8th March 2011 and the Magnitude was 8.9.


How long did the earthquake lasted in Japan 2011?

The earthquake in Japan lasted about 3-5 minutes.


Where did the 2011 Japan Earthquake happen?

The Northeastern coast of Japan . Note: Their Nuclear Power Plants released chemicals into the air because of the earthquake. VERY VERY BAD!!!! (May affect LA)


Where did the Japanese earthquake in 2011 happen?

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What is the name of the earthquake that hit Japan in 2011?

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