Natural Hazards

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What is beach nourishment?

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Beach nourishment is the process of adding sand to an eroded beach to restore it.

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What can farmers do to prevent soil erosion during heavy rainfall?

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Farmers can create a place for the water to run off to prevent soil from washing away.

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What does it mean to reduce water usage?

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Reducing water usage means using less water, such as turning off the tap while brushing teeth.

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How can planting grass help the environment?

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Planting grass can help prevent soil erosion by holding the soil in place with its roots.

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What are natural disasters?

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Natural disasters are severe and extreme weather events, such as floods and tornadoes.

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What is soil erosion?

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Soil erosion is the process by which soil is worn away, often by water or wind.

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What is a levee?

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A levee is a barrier built to prevent the overflow of a river.

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What is terracing?

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Terracing is a farming practice that involves creating flat areas on sloped land to prevent soil erosion.

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What is the purpose of flood control?

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Flood control aims to manage and reduce the risk of flooding in certain areas.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is water that flows over the ground surface and can carry soil away.