Natural Hazard Analysis

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Objective

I can explain how scientists use data to forecast natural hazards like earthquakes and hurricanes and suggest ways to reduce their impact.

Part 1 of 3

Warm-up video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

12 questions

1

What is the difference between a natural hazard and a natural disaster, and can you give an example of each based on the video?

2

The video mentions the San Andreas Fault. Explain how the movement of tectonic plates along this fault can lead to earthquakes.

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe one type of data scientists use to forecast hurricanes and suggest one way communities can reduce the impact of a hurricane. Describe one type of data scientists use to understand earthquake risk in a specific area and suggest one way communities can reduce the impact of an earthquake.

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