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2. Earthquake as a Hazard
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- 1.
What is an earthquake?
Hint
Think about what happens when the ground shakes.
- 2.
List one type of tectonic plate boundary.
Hint
Remember the movements that cause earthquakes.
- 3.
What percentage of disasters were earthquakes from 1980 to 2005?
- 5%
- 11%
- 35%
Hint
Think about how they compare to hydrometeorological disasters.
- 4.
Are earthquakes predictable before they occur?
- True
- False
Hint
Consider how they strike suddenly.
- 5.
Analyze the risks associated with living near convergent boundaries, including both physical and human factors?
Hint
Think about both environmental impacts and community preparedness.
- 6.
How could statistical analysis of natural disaster occurrences influence government policy and resource allocation?
Hint
Consider how data-driven strategies may enhance safety and disaster response.
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4 min
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