Hostile Worlds: Managing Tectonic Hazards

Question 0

How to use prediction to reduce effects of tectonic hazards?(4)

Answer 0

Monitoring equipment, eg seismometers
Map areas prone to earthquakes
Plot earthquake regularity for a pattern
Unusual animal activity

Question 1

What two methods are used to manage tectonic hazards?

Answer 1

Plan

Predict

Question 2

How to prepare for effects of earthquakes

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Answer 2

Disaster plan: emergency services prepare
Earthquake drills
Emergency supply, survival kit
Better buildings on solid ground, not close, building regulations strict, no buildings on loose ground liquefaction
Good communication, informed tell people what to do

Question 3

How to earthquake proof homes in LEDC

Answer 3

Bamboo houses

Question 4

Example of bamboo housing withstanding earthquake

Answer 4

Costa Rica earthquake 2009

Hosues at epicentre no damage

Question 5

Another way to earthquake proof houses in LEDC (4)

Answer 5

Hollow concrete bricks- minimal damage if fall
Foundations made from remains of destroyed houses
Reinforced steel pillars for flexibility strength
Roof reinforced cement concrete

Question 6

How to reduce the effects of volcanoes PREDICTING

Answer 6

Scientist monitor volcanoes warning signs
Proper i struments and tech
Eg seismometers, temp rising, gas & steam

Question 7

How to reduce effects of volcanoes PREPARING

Answer 7

Evacuate
Restrict
Disaster plan
Emergency supplies
Better buildings, resistant to weight of ash