Natural Disasters

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What is a natural disaster?

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A natural disaster is a major event caused by natural processes of the Earth that results in significant damage or destruction, such as hurricanes, earthquakes, and floods.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large, powerful storm that forms over warm ocean waters and can cause strong winds, heavy rain, and flooding.

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What is an earthquake?

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An earthquake is the shaking of the Earth's surface caused by the movement of tectonic plates.

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What is a volcano?

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A volcano is an opening in the Earth's surface where molten rock, ash, and gases can escape from below the Earth's crust.

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What is Tornado Alley?

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Tornado Alley is a region in the United States known for a high frequency of tornadoes.

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What is a seismograph?

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A seismograph is a tool used to measure and record the size and duration of earthquakes.

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What causes tornadoes?

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Tornadoes are caused when cold and warm air masses meet, creating strong winds and storms.

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What are tectonic plates?

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Tectonic plates are large pieces of the Earth's crust that move and interact with each other, causing earthquakes and volcanic activity.

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What is the Ring of Fire?

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The Ring of Fire is a region in the Pacific Ocean where many earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur due to tectonic plate movements.

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What is a heat wave?

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A heat wave is a prolonged period of excessively hot weather, which may be accompanied by high humidity.