Management Of Tectonic Hazards

Question 1

Earthquakes Cannot be Reliably _____________, but Scientists can Still Monitor Certain Signs that Could Indicate than an Earthquake is Likely.

Answer 1

Predicted.

Question 2

Lasers can be Used to _________ the Movement of Tectonic ________ Before an Earthquake.

Answer 2

Detect…Plates…

Question 3

Vibrations in the Earth’s ________ can be Monitored using Seismometers. If Vibrations ___________, it could mean there’s going to be an Earthquake.

Answer 3

Crust…Increase…

Question 4

Scientists can Measure ________ that Escape from Cracks in the Crust Before an Earthquake.

Answer 4

Gases.

Question 5

Rocks will Crack and _________ Because of the Increased ____________ Before an Earthquake.

Answer 5

Expand…Pressure…

Question 6

Volcanic Eruptions can be _____________ if the Volcano is Well-Monitored to look for Tell-Tale Signs that come Before a Volcanic ____________.

Answer 6

Predicted…Eruption…

Question 7

Thermal Imaging Cameras can be Used to ________ Changes in Temperature Around the Volcano. Temperatures Increase Before an ____________.

Answer 7

Detect…Eruption…

Question 8

Scientists can Analyse the ________ Escaping from a Volcano. Volcanoes Emit Lots of Sulphurous Gases Before an ___________.

Answer 8

Gases…Eruption…

Question 9

What are the Ways in Which more Developed Countries can Plan for Tectonic Hazards?

Answer 9

• Emergency Services.
• Buildings Specially Designed.
• People Educated to know what to do.
• Governments can Plan Evacuation Routes.
• Emergency Supplies can be Given.

Question 10

What are the Short-Term Relief Deals needed after a Disaster?

Answer 10

• Provided Food and Drink and Shelter for Evacuated People.
• Treat the Injured.
• Recovering Dead Bodies.
• Rescuing People who have been Trapped.
• Provide Temporary Supplies of Gas and Electricity.