Living with risk Flashcards

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Why may people in poverty live in hazardous areas?

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They have to focus on other issues on a daily basis, such as food, money and security.

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Why may plate margins coincide with favourable settlement areas?

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They may be close to coastal areas with ports which are important for trade.

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Why may people not be aware of the hazards?

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They may lack a proper education or not have had education on the topic.

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Why may people not be bothered about living in a hazardous area?

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Large earthquake and volcanic eruptions are rare, and aren’t seen as a great threat.

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Why does monitoring reduce hazard risk?

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It allows people to be warned before hand and evacuate in time.

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What recourses can fault lines and volcanoes bring?

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Volcanoes can bring fertile soils, rocks for building and rich mineral deposits.
Fault lines can allow water to reach the surface easier

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