1.1 - Overview of Increasing Natural Disasters
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Practice Questions
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What is a natural disaster?
💡 Hint: Think about sudden environmental events.
Define exposure in the context of natural disasters.
💡 Hint: Consider what increases risk in disaster scenarios.
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Which natural disaster has seen an increase in frequency from 1950 to 2005?
💡 Hint: Focus on the disasters mentioned in the section.
True or False: Exposure refers to the absence of people and property in hazard-prone areas.
💡 Hint: Think about what exposure means in disaster contexts.
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Given a scenario where a major earthquake is predicted in a densely populated city, evaluate how different demographics (age, income, etc.) will affect the disaster response strategy.
💡 Hint: Think about who might need special assistance during a disaster.
Analyze the relationship between industrial activities in urban areas and their exposure to natural hazards. What measures can be taken to mitigate risks?
💡 Hint: Consider how industrial zones influence local population density.
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