The Nature of Things

Season 50, Episode 6

Episode Title: Geologic Journey 2: The Western Pacific Rim (November 4, 1997)

Air Date: 2010-11-04

Overview:

Focusing on the Asia-Pacific side of The Pacific Rim of Fire, which stands as a living testament to the beauty and danger that powerful geologic forces can deliver. The Pacific Rim is home to half of the world's active volcanoes and ninety percent of the world's earthquakes, yet nearly 800 million people continue to live within its violent edge.