1.6 Why Do Some Natural Hazards Become Disasters

Question 1

Hazard-risk formula

Answer 1

Risk(R)=Hazard (H) x Vulnerability (V)
Capability to cope (C)

Question 2

Effects of governance and political factors

Answer 2

Enforcement of building codes.
Infrastructure quality.
Planning.
Emergency services.
Communication systems.
Public education.
Corruption

Question 3

Effects of economic and social factors

Answer 3

Level of wealth.
Access to education.
Poor-quality housing.
Health care access.
Income opportunities.

Question 4

Effects of physical and environmental factors

Answer 4

High population density.
Urbanisation.
Accessibility of a region.