The challenge of natural hazards Flashcards
1
Q
What is a natural hazard and can you give 3 examples?
A
Extreme natural events that lead to loss of life, extensive damage to property and can disrupt human activity.
e.g. flooding, tropical storms and earthquakes
2
Q
What factors can increase risk of hazard?
A
Human influences such as global warming, deforestation, urbanisation and population density.
3
Q
How are different types of natural hazards classified?
A
Into tectonic hazards, atmospheric hazards, geomorphological hazards and biological hazards.
