Predicting Natural Disasters

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What are tectonic plates?
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Tectonic plates are large, rigid pieces of the Earth's lithosphere that move and interact with each other, causing geological activity such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a natural disaster?
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A natural disaster is a catastrophic event that occurs due to natural processes of the Earth, causing significant damage to life, property, and the environment.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What should you do during an earthquake?
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During an earthquake, you should drop to your hands and knees, cover your head and neck under a sturdy piece of furniture, and hold on until the shaking stops.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a tsunami?
Back
A tsunami is a series of ocean waves caused by the sudden displacement of a large volume of water, often due to an underwater earthquake.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a tornado?
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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground, characterized by a funnel shape and capable of causing severe damage.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What causes earthquakes?
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Earthquakes are caused by the movement of tectonic plates along faults, where stress builds up and is released as seismic energy.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the Richter scale?
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The Richter scale is a logarithmic scale used to measure the magnitude of earthquakes, quantifying the amount of energy released.
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