hazards -the concept of hazard Flashcards
1
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what is a hazard?
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.a hazard is a potential threat to human life and property caused by an event
2
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what type of factors are hazards caused by?
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.both human caused or occur naturally
3
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when does an event become a hazard?
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.when there is a threat to people
4
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when will a natural disaster occur?
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.a disaster will only occur when a vulnerable population is exposed to a hazard
5
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what are the 3 types of geographical hazard?
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.geophysical
.atmospheric
.hydrological
6
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what is meant by a geophysical hazard?
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.hazards caused by land processes
7
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what is meant by a atmospheric hazard?
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.hazard caused by atmospheric processes eg-weather systems
8
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what is meant by a hydrological hazard?
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.hazard caused by water bodies and movement
