Natural Hazards Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Natural Hazard?
A
A natural event that poses a threat to people’s lives.
2
Q
What is a Natural Event?
A
A Natural occurrence that does not pose a threat to people’s lives.
3
Q
Give an example of a Natural Hazard.
A
A tropical storm or tsunami. There are lots of them.
4
Q
Give an example of a Natural Event.
A
light Rainfall.
5
Q
Give a reason that could change if an event is an event or a hazard.
A
Population Density. If it strikes in a densely populated area, then it will have more of an effect than if it was in a sparsely populated area.
