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What type of geological phenomenon involves ground movements beside or adjacent to rivers and streams?
What type of geological phenomenon involves ground movements beside or adjacent to rivers and streams?
- Pyroclastic flow
- Landslide (correct)
- Fault lines
- Volcanic earthquake
Which of the following best describes an area with armed conflicts?
Which of the following best describes an area with armed conflicts?
- Fractures or zones of weakness in the Earth's crust
- Continual violence involving armed groups or military forces
- Both a and b (correct)
- Involves combat or warfare
Which type of vulnerability is concerned with the ability of the physical environment to withstand the impacts of a disaster?
Which type of vulnerability is concerned with the ability of the physical environment to withstand the impacts of a disaster?
- Environmental vulnerability
- Physical vulnerability (correct)
- Social vulnerability
- Economic vulnerability
Which of the following is a primary earthquake hazard that can lead to ground deformation?
Which of the following is a primary earthquake hazard that can lead to ground deformation?
Which type of natural earthquake is less prevalent and occurs before and after a volcanic eruption?
Which type of natural earthquake is less prevalent and occurs before and after a volcanic eruption?
What type of volcanic hazard is a fluidized mass of rock fragments and gases that move rapidly due to gravity?
What type of volcanic hazard is a fluidized mass of rock fragments and gases that move rapidly due to gravity?
What impact can a disaster have on the public's perception of political players?
What impact can a disaster have on the public's perception of political players?
In the context of disaster impacts, what can be a consequence of poorly planned urban development?
In the context of disaster impacts, what can be a consequence of poorly planned urban development?
What is a common health risk faced by individuals during a disaster situation?
What is a common health risk faced by individuals during a disaster situation?
What is a common consequence of populations being displaced due to a disaster?
What is a common consequence of populations being displaced due to a disaster?
Which factor can influence the severity of impact from a disaster on a country?
Which factor can influence the severity of impact from a disaster on a country?
Which type of areas are most susceptible to recurring floods?
Which type of areas are most susceptible to recurring floods?
Which of the following is not a characteristic of a natural disaster?
Which of the following is not a characteristic of a natural disaster?
What is the main difference between a hazard and a disaster risk?
What is the main difference between a hazard and a disaster risk?
Which of the following is an example of a human-made hazard?
Which of the following is an example of a human-made hazard?
What is the main purpose of disaster preparedness?
What is the main purpose of disaster preparedness?
Which of the following is not a characteristic of vulnerability in the context of disaster risk?
Which of the following is not a characteristic of vulnerability in the context of disaster risk?
What is the main goal of disaster risk reduction?
What is the main goal of disaster risk reduction?
