Terrible Tectonics 2-Vocab

Question 1

Define

Magnitude

Answer 1

• The strength of an earthquake measured on the Richter Scale from 1-10.

Question 2

Define

Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI)

Answer 2

The destructive power of an eruption on a scale or 1-8.

Question 3

Define

Subduction Zone

Answer 3

Where the dense oceanic plate slides under the lighter less dense continental plate.

Question 4

Define

Collision Zone

Answer 4

Where 2 continental plates of similar density meet and fold togethe rpushing up and forming mountainous landscapes.

Question 5

Define

Short-term Aid

Answer 5

When a government or organisation provides assistance such as food and shelter.

Question 6

Define

Long-term Aid

Answer 6

Where a groupgovernment or organisation provides assistance such as training and healthcare provisions.

Question 7

Define

Primary Impacts

Answer 7

The immediate impacts of a natural disaster that occur during/as a direct result. E.g. bridges collapsing in an earthquake.

Question 8

Define

Secondary Impacts

Answer 8

The impacts that follow on as a result of a natural disaster. E.g. emergency services unable to access an area easily due to collapsed bridges.

Question 9

Define

Long-term Planning

Answer 9

These are usually put in place by HICs as they can afford the costs of preparing for a natural disastersuch as Japan making buildings earthquake proof using a damper.

Question 10

Define

Tsunami

Answer 10

A huge wave caused by the uplifting of a tectonic plate which brings a powerful flood that is very destructive and can be a secondary impact to an earthquake.