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Natural Hazards Flashcards

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What is a natural hazard?

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A natural process which can cause death, injury or disruption to humans or destroy property .

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What is a geological hazard?

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A hazard caused by land and tectonic processes.

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What is a atmospheric hazard?

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A hazard caused by weather and climate.

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Give 4 examples of atmospheric hazards.

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Rain 
Lightning 
Snow
Hurricanes
Tornadoes
Drought 
Wind
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Give 4 examples of geological hazards.

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Volcanoes
Avalanches
Earthquake
Landslides
Mudslides
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Give 4 factors that affect the impact of a natural hazard.

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3Ps
Magnitude
Frequency
Level of development and wealth
Rural/Urban
Probability a natural hazard will occur
Population (total and density)
Location
Defences
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