Understanding Hazards and Disasters
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Which type of hazard arises from the interaction of natural processes and human activities?

  • Technological hazards
  • Natural hazards
  • Man-made hazards
  • Quasi-natural hazards (correct)

What are the common examples of natural hazards mentioned in the text?

  • Earthquakes, tsunamis (correct)
  • Accidental release of chemicals
  • Pollution, desertification
  • Smog, fog

Which impact theme includes physical and psychological harm as well as diseases?

  • Socio-cultural impact
  • Psychological impact
  • Economic impact
  • Danger to life (correct)

What kind of losses are associated with the economic impact of hazards?

<p>Loss of job due to displacement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of hazard arises directly as a result of human activities?

<p>Technological hazards (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What category do hazards impacts fall under based on general impact themes?

<p>Environmental impact (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between hazard and disaster?

<p>Hazard causes destruction while disaster has the potential to cause destruction. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In terms of risk and vulnerability, what does vulnerability refer to?

<p>Characteristics of a community or system prone to damaging effects of a hazard. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text define a hazard?

<p>A condition that may cause loss of life and property. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'risk' refer to in the context of hazards?

<p>The likelihood of a hazard causing loss, damage, or destruction. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does vulnerability differ from risk?

<p>Risk is about characteristics prone to damaging effects, while vulnerability is about potential loss. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a hazard differ from a disaster?

<p>Hazard is a phenomenon or condition presenting potential harm, while disaster has already caused devastation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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