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What is the definition of a hazard?
What is the definition of a hazard?
Which of the following is NOT considered a natural hazard?
Which of the following is NOT considered a natural hazard?
What are socio-natural hazards?
What are socio-natural hazards?
Which of the following is a man-made hazard?
Which of the following is a man-made hazard?
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What is the main difference between natural and man-made hazards?
What is the main difference between natural and man-made hazards?
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Study Notes
Definition of a Hazard
- A hazard refers to any potential source of harm or adverse effect on individuals, property, or the environment.
Types of Hazards
- Natural hazards include events like earthquakes, floods, and hurricanes caused by natural processes of the Earth.
- A non-natural or man-made hazard is typically industrial accidents, chemical spills, or nuclear disasters.
Socio-Natural Hazards
- Socio-natural hazards arise from the interaction between human systems and natural conditions, often exacerbated by human activities, such as urban development in flood-prone areas.
Man-Made Hazards
- Man-made hazards encompass risks generated from human activities, including industrial accidents, environmental pollution, and infrastructure failures.
Differences Between Natural and Man-Made Hazards
- Natural hazards occur due to natural phenomena, while man-made hazards are a direct result of human actions and can often be controlled or mitigated through regulations and safety measures.
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Explore the diverse natural disasters in India caused by various geological processes and human activities. Learn about earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, landslides, and more.