Geography Flashcards
(12 cards)
What is a natural event?
A non man made event that does not pose a threat to humans
What is a natural hazard?
A non man made event that has social and economic effects
What is a natural disaster?
A non man made event which causes more than 10 deaths
What is social effects?
The impacts on people and their lives .e.g. injuries and deaths
What can a natural hazard cause?
Social and economic impacts
What are 3 examples of a natural hazard?
Flooding, earthquakes, wildfires, tropical storm, drought, volcanic eruptions, heat waves,
What risks can lava make?
Lava destroys everything in its path therefore it can cause major economic losses
What risks can pyroclastic flow make?
They destroy and burn everything in its path and it can extend up to 40 km from its source. It is very dense
What risks can Lahar make?
They are the second greatest threat after pyroclastic flows and destroy towns and villages
What risks can ash fall make?
Ash fall can make buildings collapse
Name one plate boundary? Try guess as many as you can
Collision boundary, conservative boundary, constructive boundary, destructive boundary
Why do people want to live near volcanoes say 3 reasons
Fertile soils so people can grow crops, raw materials people can make money, geothermal energy to make underground heating
