11 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a component of disaster risk?
Preparedness
What does vulnerability refer to in the context of disaster risk?
The characteristics that make something susceptible to harm from a hazard
If a community has a high level of exposure but low vulnerability and hazard, what is the disaster risk?
Low
Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of a hazard, according to the text?
Loss of cultural heritage
What is the primary difference between natural hazards and man-made hazards?
Natural hazards are caused by the environment, while man-made hazards are the result of human activities
What is the primary goal of prevention in the context of disaster risk?
To ensure that human action or natural phenomena do not result in disaster or emergency
What is the primary purpose of mitigation as described in the text?
To reduce the severity of the damage caused by a disaster
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a 'dormant' hazard?
The hazard is actively causing harm
Which of the following is NOT considered a type of 'biohazard' according to the text?
Radioactive materials
What is the key distinguishing feature between a 'dormant' and an 'armed' hazard according to the text?
A dormant hazard has the potential to cause harm, while an armed hazard is actively causing harm
Which of the following is NOT a type of 'ionizing radiation' mentioned in the text?
Ultraviolet rays
Explore the interconnections between disaster risk, vulnerability, hazard, and exposure. Learn how vulnerability, exposure, and hazards play key roles in determining the probability of harmful consequences or expected losses in the face of natural or human-induced disasters.
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