Living with risk from tectonic hazards

Question 1

Name four reasons why people may choose to live in a place at risk from a tectonic hazard

Answer 1

1. Poor people- too expensive to leave, prioritise other things
2. Volcanoes-provides benefits like fertile soil and hot water
3. People aren’t aware/educated on risks
4. Volcanic eruptions and volcanoes are rare- not seen as a big thret

Question 2

How has Iceland benefitted from living at a plate margin

Answer 2

1. Naturally occurring hot water provides hot water + heating to 90% of homes
2. Geothermal energy provides 25% of Iceland’s energy
3. Dramatic landscapes e.g. volcanoes, hotsprings and waterfalls are tourist attractions-provides jobs