Disaster Readiness and Risk Reduction HGE 1119 Quiz

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What is the main difference between natural hazards and technological (man-made) hazards?

Natural hazards arise from natural processes, while technological hazards are directly caused by human activities. (correct)

Natural hazards are more common than technological hazards.

Natural hazards are more predictable than technological hazards.

Natural hazards are more severe than technological hazards.

How can human intervention increase the frequency and severity of natural hazards?

By improving emergency response capabilities.

By reducing the mitigating effect of natural ecosystems. (correct)

By increasing the number of natural disasters that occur.

By making natural events more predictable.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects ground shaking during an earthquake?

Earthquake magnitude (correct)

Bedrock type

Topography

Location and orientation of the fault rupture

Which of the following is NOT a potential impact of various hazards mentioned in the text?

Improved emergency response capabilities Signup and view all the answers

What is a tsunami?

A series of enormous waves created by an underwater disturbance. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the text?

To describe the different types of natural and technological hazards. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a 'hazard' according to the text?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered an element of disasters according to the text?

Lack of resources Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'exposure' refer to in the context of disaster risk reduction?

Both a and b Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not considered a 'condition of vulnerability' in the text?

Lack of community engagement Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'capacity' in the context of disaster risk reduction?

The combination of all strengths and resources available within a community that can reduce the level of risk Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between 'hazards' and 'human intervention' according to the text?

Hazards can be classified as either natural or caused by human intervention Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concept behind Disaster Risk Reduction?

To analyze and reduce the causal factors of disasters through systematic efforts Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a man-made disaster?

Tsunamis Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between hazards and vulnerability in the context of disaster risk?

Disasters occur when hazards meet vulnerability Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a factor contributing to physical vulnerability?

Level of economic development Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of social vulnerability?

The inability of individuals and communities to withstand hazards Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a geological cause of disasters?

Deforestation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of environmental vulnerability?

The depletion and degradation of natural resources Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a morphological cause of disasters?

Deposition of load on the slope or crest Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of emergency response efforts in the context of disaster management?

To provide immediate assistance and support to affected communities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a human cause of disasters?

Earthquakes Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Hazards and Disasters

Natural hazards are naturally occurring events that can cause damage or loss of life, whereas technological (man-made) hazards are caused by human error or failure of infrastructure.
Human intervention can increase the frequency and severity of natural hazards by activities such as deforestation, land degradation, and climate change.

Earthquakes

Ground shaking during an earthquake is affected by factors such as the magnitude of the earthquake, distance from the epicenter, and type of soil or rock.

Tsunamis

A tsunami is a series of ocean waves that are triggered by the displacement of a large volume of water, usually as a result of an earthquake or landslide.

Disaster Risk Reduction

The main purpose of the text is to understand and address the risks associated with natural and man-made hazards.
A 'hazard' is defined as a situation or event that has the potential to cause harm or damage.
Exposure refers to the people, property, and infrastructure that are in the path of a hazard.
Capacity refers to the ability of individuals, communities, and societies to cope with and recover from disasters.
Hazards and human intervention are interrelated, as human activities can increase the risk of natural hazards.

Vulnerability

Vulnerability is the susceptibility of individuals, communities, and societies to be affected by hazards.
Physical vulnerability refers to the risk of physical harm or damage to infrastructure.
Social vulnerability focuses on the social and economic factors that affect the ability of individuals and communities to cope with disasters.
Environmental vulnerability refers to the impact of natural hazards on the environment.

Disaster Management

The primary objective of emergency response efforts is to save lives and reduce suffering.
Disaster risk reduction involves identifying and mitigating the risks associated with hazards, and building capacity to cope with and recover from disasters.

Causes of Disasters

Geological causes of disasters include earthquakes, landslides, and volcanic eruptions.
Human causes of disasters include human error, conflict, and environmental degradation.
Morphological causes of disasters include the shape and features of the land.

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Test your knowledge on the basic concepts of disaster and disaster risk in the context of disaster readiness and risk reduction. Understand how disasters disrupt communities and societies, causing widespread losses that exceed local coping abilities.