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What is a lahar?
What is a lahar?
- A series of large ocean waves caused by volcanic activity
- A barrier built to prevent landslides
- An earthquake induced by volcanic activity
- A flowing mass of volcanic debris and water (correct)
How fast can the wettest lahars travel?
How fast can the wettest lahars travel?
- Tens of meters per second (correct)
- 50 miles per hour
- 10 miles per hour
- 30 miles per hour
What is the main focus regarding preventing loss of life in case of a tsunami triggered by a landslide?
What is the main focus regarding preventing loss of life in case of a tsunami triggered by a landslide?
- Establishing evacuation routes for communities (correct)
- Educating people living near volcanoes
- Building barriers along coastlines
- Preventing volcanic earthquakes
Why are lahars considered extremely dangerous?
Why are lahars considered extremely dangerous?
What can technology detect to establish tsunami warning systems?
What can technology detect to establish tsunami warning systems?
What are some consequences of volcanic eruptions?
What are some consequences of volcanic eruptions?
Which of the following is a common volcanic hazard?
Which of the following is a common volcanic hazard?
How do landslides relate to volcanic activity?
How do landslides relate to volcanic activity?
What is a significant feature of volcanic eruptions?
What is a significant feature of volcanic eruptions?
How can volcanic hazards impact areas far from the eruption site?
How can volcanic hazards impact areas far from the eruption site?
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