Natural Disasters and Hazards Quiz

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Which of the following natural disasters is classified as a geologic event?

Flood

Tornado

Hurricane

Earthquake (correct)

In which situation would a significant earthquake not be classified as a disaster?

When it occurs over a large uninhabited area. (correct)

When it occurs in a densely populated area.

If it triggers landslides in populated regions.

If it has a magnitude greater than 7.0.

Which of the following is NOT classified as a surface or exterior process?

Volcanic activities (correct)

Mass wasting

Landslides

Earthquake-induced tsunamis

Which event is NOT considered a natural hazard?

A tornado caused by human activity Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following natural hazards does NOT generally result from earthquakes?

Droughts Signup and view all the answers

What significant factor has contributed to climate change since the 1700s?

Human activities releasing greenhouse gases Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected impact of increased Carbon Dioxide levels in the atmosphere?

Rise in atmospheric temperatures Signup and view all the answers

Which natural hazard is characterized by a sudden movement of the Earth’s crust?

Earthquakes Signup and view all the answers

What natural hazard is directly caused by a lack of precipitation?

Drought Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining characteristic of tsunamis?

Generated by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions Signup and view all the answers

Which natural hazard is least likely to be triggered by an earthquake?

Landslides Signup and view all the answers

What term describes a large storm system characterized by high-powered circular winds?

Hurricane Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following examples does not represent a natural system?

Agricultural fields Signup and view all the answers

Which factors are considered the main contributors to air pollution?

Factories, industries, and forest fires Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors does not significantly affect the climate of a region?

Earthquakes Signup and view all the answers

What does the carbon category in the human footprint measure?

The amount of carbon emissions requiring forest land for capture Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes built-up land in relation to human withdrawals?

Land predominantly occupied by human structures and developments Signup and view all the answers

Based on the trend in the Arctic sea ice extent graph, which description accurately characterizes the observed changes?

A gradual decline with a marked decrease over time Signup and view all the answers

If the downward trend of Arctic sea ice extent continues, what approach might researchers highlight for the July 2014 prediction?

A continuation of the downward trend observed previously Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the definitions associated with human footprint categories?

The quantification of resources extracted from nature Signup and view all the answers

What are the elements that constitute water?

Hydrogen and Oxygen Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about non-renewable resources is accurate?

They cannot be readily replaced by natural means at the rate of consumption. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of physical water scarcity?

Limited access to fresh water due to geographical location Signup and view all the answers

Which alternative correctly identifies a consequence of land pollution?

Global warming Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not considered a renewable resource?

Fossil fuels Signup and view all the answers