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What is the key hazard parameter that indicates how destructive a hazard can be?
What is the key hazard parameter that indicates how destructive a hazard can be?
- Duration
- Intensity
- Magnitude (correct)
- Speed of onset
In the context of hazards, what does intensity refer to?
In the context of hazards, what does intensity refer to?
- Probability of occurrence
- Speed of onset
- Duration of the hazard
- Impacts on people and structures (correct)
Which environmental impact is mentioned in the text as a result of forest fires?
Which environmental impact is mentioned in the text as a result of forest fires?
- Loss of natural rivers
- Loss of fresh water due to salination
- Loss of forest (correct)
- Disturbance of biodiversity
What is a likely economic impact mentioned in the text due to displacement?
What is a likely economic impact mentioned in the text due to displacement?
Which cultural impact is listed in the text under the socio-cultural impact section?
Which cultural impact is listed in the text under the socio-cultural impact section?
What type of impact is associated with the intrusion of saltwater into freshwater sources?
What type of impact is associated with the intrusion of saltwater into freshwater sources?
Which factor determines how predictable a hazard is and allows for lead time?
Which factor determines how predictable a hazard is and allows for lead time?
What parameter indicates how often an event occurs?
What parameter indicates how often an event occurs?
What is an economic impact mentioned in the text related to loss from natural disasters?
What is an economic impact mentioned in the text related to loss from natural disasters?
Which parameter indicates how long a hazard affects an area?
Which parameter indicates how long a hazard affects an area?
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