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Which term refers to the threat of an event that will likely have a negative impact?
Which term refers to the threat of an event that will likely have a negative impact?
- Community harm
- Natural hazard (correct)
- Natural disaster
- Negative occurrence
What is the negative impact following an actual occurrence of a natural hazard called?
What is the negative impact following an actual occurrence of a natural hazard called?
- Natural hazard
- Community harm
- Negative occurrence
- Natural disaster (correct)
When does a natural disaster significantly harm a community?
When does a natural disaster significantly harm a community?
- During a natural hazard
- After a natural hazard (correct)
- Independent of a natural hazard
- Before a natural hazard
Study Notes
Risk and Natural Disasters
- Risk refers to the threat of an event that will likely have a negative impact.
- The negative impact following an actual occurrence of a natural hazard is called a disaster.
- A natural disaster significantly harms a community when the impact surpasses its ability to cope with the event.
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Test your knowledge on natural hazards and disasters with this quiz! Learn the difference between the two terms and understand how they can impact communities. Explore various types of natural hazards and disasters, and assess your understanding of their causes and effects. Challenge yourself and become more aware of the threats posed by these events.
