that the scientific and engineering study of this major shock would be of great value in improving our understanding of plate margin earthquakes, the distribution of strong ground motion, resulting building damage and geologic effects such as soil liquefaction and landsliding". The 1985 Algarrobo earthquake shows a clear example of how these types of natural phenomenon can be studied and be used to better help humanity in the future in order to minimize the damages to both infrastructure and human lives. The precautions that Chile takes now in order to mitigate future risks is to educate its citizens in drills on how to react, having better building codes, and studying seismic data. See also List of earthquakes in 1985 1960 Valdivia earthquake List of earthquakes in Chile References Further reading External links 1985 Algarrobo earthquake 1985 in Chile 1985 earthquakes March 1985 events in South America