Tectonic Hazards Flashcards

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Volcanoes

GPS

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Pressure from rising magma deforms the volcano. GPS measures ground deformation . It uses satellites and radio waves.

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Volcanos

Seismometers

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Before eruption magma moves into the area beneath and collects in a magma chamber. Making vibrations so the seismometer measures ground vibrations.

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Volcano

Tiltmeters

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They measure tiny changes in the slope angle or tilt of the ground.

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Volcanoes defences

Explosives

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These can disrupt lava flow . It blocks the lava flow from the mountain.

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Volcano defences

Earth walls/barriers

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These constructions can deflect lava. It can divert flows.

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Volcano defences

Spraying lava with water

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Spraying large amounts of water can cool the flow.

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Earthquakes

Building structures

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Yokohama landmark tower- flexible structure can absorb force of earthquake

San Francisco airport- giant ball bearings reduces ground movement

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Volcanoes

GAS SAMPLING

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As magma nearers the surface of the volcano gas escapes. sulphur dioxide appears here if it changes the amount it give indication of an eruption.

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Gas sampling example

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Mount piñatubo in Philippines

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GPS example

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Mount at Helens new yorkstate

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Tilt meter example

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Soufriere hills Montserrat

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