Exploring Subduction Zones in 3D

Subduction zones are some of the most active regions on Earth, where very large earthquakes, volcano eruptions occur. At our booth, participants will explore 3D-printed models of subduction zones to visualize how one tectonic plate sinks beneath another. Using a hands-on model, we will demonstrate how earthquakes occur along the plate boundary, how magma forms and feeds volcanoes, and how deep Earth processes influence surface hazards. This interactive exhibit helps make invisible geological processes visible and understandable, connecting fundamental Earth science concepts to real-world events such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.