Hazards: Multi-hazard Case Study - The Philippines Flashcards
1
Q
GDP/capita of the Philippines in 2016 compared to the UK
A
$7,358 ($40,000 UK)
2
Q
HDI of the Philippines compared to the UK
A
0.66 (0.909 UK)
3
Q
Infant mortality rate of the Philippines compared to the UK
A
22/1000 (3.8/1000 UK)
4
Q
Life expectancy of the Philippines compared to the UK
A
69 (81.6 UK)
5
Q
What geophysical hazards is the Philippines vulnerable to?
A
Volcanic hazards
Seismic hazards
Landslides
Tsunamis
6
Q
What hydro-meteorological hazards is the Philippines vulnerable to?
A
Tropical storms
Floods
Droughts
Landslides
