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What is the difference between exposure and vulnerability, as mentioned in the text?
Exposure refers to the presence of people, property, or systems in areas that could be adversely affected, while vulnerability is the degree of susceptibility to harm or damage.
Which of the following is an example of physical vulnerability?
Forest lands deforested areas that can cause erosion
Which is NOT considered a type of vulnerability according to the text?
Probabilistic
What does the term 'specific vulnerabilities' refer to in the text?
Elements at risk that have a high likelihood of exposure to hazards
According to Hewitt and Burton's typology of hazards, which category does 'Biologic' fall under?
Biologic
Explore examples of vulnerability such as poor design, lack of awareness, and disregard for environmental management. Learn about different types of vulnerability including physical vulnerability determined by factors like population density and critical infrastructure materials.
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