Natural Hazards Flashcards
1
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What is a natural hazard?
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A natural process which can cause death, injury or disruption to humans or destroy property .
2
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What is a geological hazard?
A
A hazard caused by land and tectonic processes.
3
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What is a atmospheric hazard?
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A hazard caused by weather and climate.
4
Q
Give 4 examples of atmospheric hazards.
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Rain Lightning Snow Hurricanes Tornadoes Drought Wind
5
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Give 4 examples of geological hazards.
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Volcanoes Avalanches Earthquake Landslides Mudslides
6
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Give 4 factors that affect the impact of a natural hazard.
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3Ps Magnitude Frequency Level of development and wealth Rural/Urban Probability a natural hazard will occur Population (total and density) Location Defences
