3.4. Biological Hazards

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define a hazard.

   Hint

   Think of events like floods or earthquakes.

2. 2.

   Name one type of biological hazard.

   Hint

   Consider infections that spread easily.

3. 3.

   What is a biological hazard?

   • A physical event causing damage
   • A health risk from biological agents
   • A natural disaster

   Hint

   Think about what types of risks arise from living organisms.

4. 4.

   True or False: Technological hazards only occur in industrialized nations.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider situations outside of industrial contexts.

5. 5.

   Design a disaster risk management plan for a low-income community facing frequent flooding. Consider health risks from biological hazards.

   Hint

   Think about how to increase resilience and reduce vulnerability.

6. 6.

   Assess the impact of urbanization on the frequency of biological hazards in metropolitan areas.

   Hint

   Consider how urban systems can either mitigate or exacerbate risks.