Natural Hazards

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What is the term used to describe the process of reducing damage from natural hazards?

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Mitigation

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Which natural hazard has most affected human populations living in the area where it occurs?

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Drought

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Where are hurricanes most likely to cause the most damage?

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Near the coast

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Why do scientists track tornadoes?

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To gather information that is used to warn people that a tornado is approaching.

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What is a sudden shift in the earth's crust called?

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Earthquake

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What is a natural hazard?

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A natural event that causes significant damage or risk to life and property.

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What is the difference between a hurricane and a tornado?

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A hurricane is a large storm system that forms over warm ocean waters, while a tornado is a smaller, more intense storm that forms from severe thunderstorms.

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What is the purpose of early warning systems for natural hazards?

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To provide timely alerts to people in affected areas to help them prepare and respond.

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What is an example of a geological hazard?

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Earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and landslides.

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What is the role of engineers in natural hazard mitigation?

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Engineers design structures and systems to withstand natural hazards and reduce their impact.