Which natural disaster is most likely to cause flooding in eastern Australia?
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Bushfire
Drought
East Coast Low
Earthquake
Answer explanation
The correct choice is 'East Coast Low' as it is a weather system that often brings heavy rainfall and causes flooding in eastern Australia.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What human activity can increase the risk of bushfires in Australia?
Planting more trees
Controlled burns
Land Clearing
Building Dams
Answer explanation
Land clearing can increase the risk of bushfires in Australia by removing natural firebreaks and increasing fuel load.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
True or False: Droughts in Australia are solely caused by natural climate cycles.
True
False
Answer explanation
Droughts in Australia are not solely caused by natural climate cycles, human activities like deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions also contribute to drought conditions.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What effect does urbanisation have on flooding in cities?
Reduces Flood Risk
Increases Water Absorption Capacity
Speeds Up Water Discharge Into Waterways
Decrease Soil Erosion
Answer explanation
Urbanisation speeds up water discharge into waterways by increasing impermeable surfaces like roads and buildings, leading to faster runoff and higher flood risk in cities.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What weather phenomenon can lead to intense winds and rainfall on the east coast of Australia?
El Nino
La Nina
Indian Ocean Diopole
Mediterranean Climate
Answer explanation
La Nina weather phenomenon can lead to intense winds and rainfall on the east coast of Australia.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Hail storms have no impact on natural ecosystems.
True
False
Answer explanation
Hail storms can have a significant impact on natural ecosystems, causing damage to vegetation, wildlife, and habitats. Therefore, the statement that hail storms have no impact on natural ecosystems is false.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What contributes to the flammability of the Australian landscape?
High Humidity
Abundant Rainfall
Flammable Oils in Eucalyptus trees
Dense Vegetation
Answer explanation
The correct choice is 'Flammable Oils in Eucalyptus trees' as these oils contribute to the flammability of the Australian landscape.
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