Earth Hazards Flashcards

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What is an earth hazard?

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A perceived natural/geophysical event that has the potential to threaten life and property

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How is risk calculated?

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Hazard x vulnerability

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What are the three types of response to a hazard?

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Prevention and modification, modifying vulnerability and modifying the loss

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What does modifying vulnerability mean?

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Predicting, raising public awareness and planning for a hazard event

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What does modifying the loss mean?

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Insurance, aid

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