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What aspect of a natural hazard does the 'Magnitudes' indicator signify?

  • It defines the period of time over which a natural hazard occurs.
  • It signifies the importance of an event in terms of its intensity and impact. (correct)
  • It determines how often an event of a given magnitude may be expected to re-occur.
  • It refers to the area that natural hazards affect.

    • What does 'Speed of onset' refer to in the context of natural hazards?

  • The frequency at which a natural hazard of a given magnitude may re-occur.
  • The predictability of when and where a natural hazard may occur.
  • The length of time between the first appearance or warning of an event and its peak. (correct)
  • The area over which a natural hazard could spread.

    • Which indicator describes the predictability of when and where a natural hazard may occur in a specific area?

  • Duration
  • Areal extent
  • Areal reliability (correct)
  • Frequency

    • What does 'Frequency' indicate in relation to natural hazards?

    <p>'Return period' - how often an event of a given magnitude may be expected to re-occur. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of natural hazard is more likely to have a rapid onset?

    <p>Flood (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Areal extent' refers to:

    <p>The area over which a natural hazard affects. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Magnitude' as an indicator in natural hazards signifies:

    <p>The importance of an event in terms of its intensity and impact. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Duration' indicator in natural hazards refers to:

    <p>The period of time over which a natural hazard occurs. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Areal reliability' indicates:

    <p>The predictability of when and where a hazard may occur. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is understanding the 'Frequency' important in assessing natural hazards?

    <p>To assess how often an event of a given magnitude may re-occur. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information can be inferred from the 'Speed of onset' indicator in geological hazards?

    <p>The time interval between initial detection or warning and peak impact of a hazard. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Natural Hazards and Disasters

    • Natural hazards occur when extreme natural processes (e.g. earthquakes, floods, landslides) have the potential to affect human life and property.
    • A natural disaster occurs when a natural hazard exceeds normal expectations of frequency or impact.

    Types of Natural Hazards

    • Geologic processes: earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, landslides
    • Natural hazards can be classified into four categories: physical, biotic, geomorphic, and locational

    Hazard Maps

    • Hazard maps are used to identify areas prone to hazards brought by earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and landslides

    Coping with Geological Hazards

    • Practical ways of coping with geological hazards include: preparing disaster risk reduction and management plans, conducting evacuation drills, and promoting public awareness and education

    Natural Environment

    • The natural environment is unstable and can produce environmental risks and changes
    • Natural environment resources can be classified into: physical (energy, mineral, and soil), biotic (forest, fish, animals), geomorphic (flat plains), and locational (good location for transport, communication, and defense)

    Terms to Know

    • Hazard: a threat that has the potential to cause loss of life, injury, socio-economic disruption, or environmental degradation
    • Disaster: a major hazard that causes widespread disruption with significant demographic, economic, and environmental loss
    • Vulnerability: susceptibility to injury or attack, leading to financial, structural, and human losses
    • Disaster Risk: the probability of a hazard event causing harmful consequences
    • Exposure: the degree to which a community is likely to experience a hazard event of different magnitude
    • Hazard Profiling: analyzing natural hazards using six indicators: magnitude, speed of onset, duration, frequency, areal extent, and areal reliability

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