Natural Disasters

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What causes tsunamis?

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Tsunamis are caused by earthquakes, especially those that occur under the ocean.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What type of natural disaster do shutters protect against?

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Shutters are engineered to protect against hurricanes.

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Which of these is NOT a characteristic of a natural disaster?

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Humans can stop them.

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What do the lines on a map that show plate boundaries represent?

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They represent the edges where tectonic plates meet.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

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What is the safest material to use for building a house near a volcano?

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Stone is the safest material to use.

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

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What is a natural disaster?

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A natural disaster is a severe and extreme event caused by natural processes of the Earth.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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Name a type of natural disaster caused by wind.

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Hurricanes are a type of natural disaster caused by strong winds.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What is an earthquake?

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An earthquake is the shaking of the Earth's surface caused by the movement of tectonic plates.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What can humans do to lessen the impact of natural disasters?

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Humans can build stronger buildings and create warning systems.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What is a volcano?

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A volcano is an opening in the Earth's surface where molten rock, ash, and gases can escape.