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How do earthquakes change the atmosphere?

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Earthquake affects the atmosphere by creating amounts of dust which will add to the air that we breathe. Earthquakes can also trigger volcanoes which will release tones of ashes and other into the atmosphere. This can sometimes cause the blocking out of the sun, air pollution and an increased amount of carbon in the air.

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