Natural Hazards & Human Choices

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True or false: The purpose of the Museum's exhibit is to educate people about natural disasters.

True (A)

True or false: People choose to live in areas prone to natural disasters because they have no other options.

True (A)

True or false: Climate change has not impacted the frequency and severity of natural disasters.

False (B)

True or false: It is possible to completely avoid natural hazards on Earth.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

True or false: The passage mentions earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, hurricanes, and tornadoes as examples of natural hazards.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of natural hazards mentioned in the passage?

<p>Earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, hurricanes, and tornadoes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do people choose to live in areas prone to natural disasters?

<p>People live in these areas because they are important to them, and they may not have other choices or options.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Museum's exhibit mentioned in the passage?

<p>The exhibit aims to provide a better understanding of natural disasters such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, hurricanes, and tornadoes, and to make people aware of the associated risks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How has climate change impacted the frequency and severity of natural disasters?

<p>Climate change has led to an increase in severe storms, droughts, and wildfires over the last decade, indicating a correlation between climate warming and the intensity of natural hazards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can natural hazards be completely avoided on Earth?

<p>No, it is not possible to completely avoid natural hazards on a dynamic Earth. However, there are ways to learn t</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Museum exhibit purpose

The exhibit aims to educate people and raise awareness about the risks associated with events like earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, hurricanes, and tornadoes.

Living in disaster-prone areas

People may not have other options or have strong ties to the area.

Impact of climate change on disasters

Climate change has increased the frequency and severity of events like severe storms, droughts, and wildfires.

Avoiding natural hazards

It is not possible to completely avoid natural hazards due to Earth's dynamic nature, but ways to adapt and respond exist.

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Examples of natural hazards

Examples include earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, hurricanes, and tornadoes.

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Climate change and disaster intensity

Climate change is correlated with the increasing intensity of these disasters over the last decade.

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