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What type of approach uses mathematical functions or equations to quantify hazard variables?
What type of approach uses mathematical functions or equations to quantify hazard variables?
Which approach in hazard assessment involves ranking relative terms for intensity or probability of occurrence of a hazard event?
Which approach in hazard assessment involves ranking relative terms for intensity or probability of occurrence of a hazard event?
What does hazard mapping primarily aim to identify?
What does hazard mapping primarily aim to identify?
Which type of hazard involves accidents, dangerous procedures, and infrastructure failures?
Which type of hazard involves accidents, dangerous procedures, and infrastructure failures?
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What primarily involves the spread of diseases and pests?
What primarily involves the spread of diseases and pests?
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According to ICIMOD, what helps in preparing for and predicting hazards more effectively?
According to ICIMOD, what helps in preparing for and predicting hazards more effectively?
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How does human intervention alter the occurrence of natural hazards?
How does human intervention alter the occurrence of natural hazards?
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What is the key concept in identifying a hazard?
What is the key concept in identifying a hazard?
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Which type of hazard involves adverse geologic conditions capable of causing damage or loss of property and life?
Which type of hazard involves adverse geologic conditions capable of causing damage or loss of property and life?
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In the hazard classification system, what does 'Armed' refer to?
In the hazard classification system, what does 'Armed' refer to?
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What characterizes 'Natural Hazards' among the types of hazards mentioned in the text?
What characterizes 'Natural Hazards' among the types of hazards mentioned in the text?
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