Natural Hazards

Scientists can predict exactly when a volcanic eruption will occur. 

• True
• False

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Why is it beneficial to be able to predict when and where natural hazards will occur? 

• Communities can be notified to evacuate 
• So that we can stop them from happening again 
• So that scientists know where to go in order to study them 
• So that we can harness their power for renewable energy

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How can some of the impacts of earthquakes be reduced?

• by building structures that can sway with the motion

• by building structures that do NOT move with the motion

• by using thermometers to measure ground temperatures

• by using satellites to monitor warning buoys in the ocean

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what can scientists measure to help predict when a volcano might erupt?

• temperatures of lava flows

• lengths of nearby fault lines

• small earthquakes and gases in the air near the volcano

• increases in severe weather

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Which of these is the result of erosion by gravity?

• a rock arch

• a landslide

• a sand dune

• a fossil layer

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Which statement is true?

• All earthquakes are very dangerous.

• All earthquakes violently shake the ground.

• Some earthquakes cause roads to buckle.

• Some earthquakes are caused by landslides.

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Which statement is true of earthquakes?

• All of them can be prevented.

• Weak ones can be prevented.

• Some of them can be prevented.

• None of them can be prevented.

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Carlos's family lives close to an active volcano. What is the best way that he and his family can reduce the impact of an eruption and stay safe?

• Listen to the local news and follow evacuation instructions.

• Always wear masks to cover their mouths.

• Protect their home with lava-proof building materials.

• Evacuate when they see a lava flow reaching their home.

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What is one hazard that can be cause by a volcanic eruption?

• tornadoes

• air pollution

• weathering of rocks

• blizzards

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Where do most earthquakes occur?

• in the center of the ocean

• in the center of the continents

• along borders between countries

• along boundaries between continents and the ocean

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