Earth's Natural Hazards Test

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a funnel-shaped wind storm that reaches from clouds all the way to the ground.

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What type of natural disaster are buildings designed to resist in earthquake-prone areas?

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Buildings in earthquake-prone areas are designed to resist earthquakes.

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What is a landslide?

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A landslide is the sliding of rock and soil down a slope.

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What characterizes a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large swirling storm with high-speed winds and a lot of rain.

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What is the purpose of sandbags in flood prevention?

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Sandbags are used to provide a barrier against moving water to prevent flooding.

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What natural hazard is caused by the movement of tectonic plates?

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Earthquakes are caused by the movement of tectonic plates.

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What is the difference between a hurricane and a tornado?

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A hurricane is a large storm system with high winds and rain, while a tornado is a smaller, more localized funnel-shaped storm.

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What are the primary causes of landslides?

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Landslides can be caused by heavy rainfall, earthquakes, volcanic activity, or human activities.

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How can buildings be designed to withstand earthquakes?

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Buildings can be designed with flexible materials, deep foundations, and cross-bracing to withstand earthquakes.

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What is flooding and what causes it?

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Flooding is an overflow of water onto normally dry land, often caused by heavy rainfall, storm surges, or melting snow.