5 Questions
Natural hazards only include phenomena caused by geological processes
False
Disaster is an incident that causes minimal losses and does not disrupt a community's usual functioning
False
Hydrometeorological processes can cause environmental degradation
True
Vulnerability refers to the potential of harm caused by natural cycles
False
Geological processes are not capable of modifying geological features
False
Study Notes
Lesson 2: Natural Hazards, Mitigation, and Adaptation
Objectives
- Discuss the different hazards caused by geological processes, hydrometeorological processes, and coastal processes
- Trace the areas prone to hazards using hazard maps
- Cite practical ways of coping with geological processes, hydrometeorological processes, and coastal processes
Key Concepts
Natural Hazards
- Phenomena that occur as part of the Earth's natural cycles
- Have the potential to harm people
Disaster
- Incident that causes extensive losses (human, economic, and environmental)
- Disrupts a community's usual functioning
Geological Processes
- Natural process whereby geological features are modified
- Relates to geology
Hydrometeorological Processes
- Processes of atmospheric, hydrological or oceanographic nature
- May cause loss of life or injury, property damage, social and economic disruption, or environmental degradation
Vulnerability
- The state of being susceptible to harm or injury
Test your knowledge of natural hazards, mitigation, and adaptation with this quiz. Explore geological, hydrometeorological, and coastal processes, hazard mapping, and practical coping strategies.
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