. Flashcards

1
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what are the 3 approaches to tectonic hazard management

A

modify event, vulnerability, death

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2
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how many people died in the 2011 tohoku earthquake and tsunami

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19500

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3
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identify two physical factors affecting the likely success of tectonic gaza’s management

A

magnitude
type of hazard

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4
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how many children died in sichuan

A

6000

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5
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which factor best explains the impact of haitis earthquake

A

level of development

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6
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name 3 characteristics of a rocky coastline

A

resistant geology
high energy environment
land forms

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7
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three characteristics of coastal plain

A

low
flat relief
landforms

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8
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which two types of marine erosion are most effective

A

abrasion and hydraulicaction

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9
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what are subaerial processes

A

process affecting the cliff and top

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10
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what role does vegetation play in the development of coastal landscapes

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stabilise loose sediment together

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