8.2.1 - Geological Hazards
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Practice Questions
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What causes an earthquake?
💡 Hint: Think about tectonic plates.
What is a volcanic eruption?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens during a volcanic event.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary cause of earthquakes?
💡 Hint: Recall the tectonic theory.
True or False: Volcanic eruptions can lead to climate change.
💡 Hint: Consider the effects of ash on the environment.
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Challenge Problems
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Examine the consequences of a large earthquake in a densely populated urban area. Discuss what infrastructural changes could be made post-disaster.
💡 Hint: Think about lessons learned from previous earthquakes.
Create a disaster response plan for a community at risk of volcanic eruptions. Include key components and roles assigned to different stakeholders.
💡 Hint: Consider what resources are available and how to effectively communicate with the community.
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