Natural Hazards

Scientists can predict exactly when a volcanic eruption will occur. 

• True
• False

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The majority of earthquake and volcanic eruptions occur around the Pacific Ocean. This is called the 

• Ring of Fire
• North Pole
• Beehive 
• The Volcano Circle

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Which rating on the Richter scale would produce the most destructive earthquake?

• 1.2

• 5.3

• 6.8

• 8.4

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Tsunamis are caused by

• underwater disturbances such as earthquakes, landslides, and volcanoes.

• wind and the gravitational pull of the moon.

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What causes damage in a hurricane?

• Winds
• Flooding
• Storm Surge
• All of the above

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Is there a pattern to the locations of earthquakes and volcanoes around the globe?

• No, earthquakes and volcanoes are random.

• Yes, earthquakes and volcanoes usually occur near the boundaries of tectonic plates.

• yes, earthquakes and volcanoes usually occur in the middle of tectonic plates.

• No, earthquakes and volcanoes usually occur under water.

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A tsunami is...

• a spinning windstorm that forms over the ocean.
• a series of ocean waves.
• a vibration deep within the Earth or at its surface.
• when magma rises through the Earth's surface. 

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Scientists can predict exactly when a volcanic eruption will occur. 

• True
• False

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Which natural hazard is measured using the Richter Scale?

• Tornadoes

• Landslides

• Earthquakes

• Tropical Cyclones

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Which natural hazard is caused by gravity?

• Tsunamis

• Landslides

• Floods

• Volcanic Eruption

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