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Natural Disasters Somalia 1977 Natural Disaster

Drought in Somalia 1977 revealed the deadly intersection of climate and vulnerability

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What was the primary cause of the 1977 natural disaster in Somalia and its severe human impact?

A massive earthquake that destroyed infrastructure and homes. A volcanic eruption that caused widespread ashfall and crop failure. A prolonged drought that led to widespread famine and loss of life.

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Natural Hazards Natural Disasters

Human settlements often thrive in disaster-prone zones, fueling an ongoing battle with nature

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What is a major trade-off when human populations settle in areas prone to natural disasters?

Complete immunity from natural hazards due to modern technology Access to resources and economic opportunities versus increased vulnerability to hazards Natural disasters only occur in uninhabited regions, so settlement location is irrelevant

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Natural Disasters 1755 Lisbon Earthquake

The 1755 Lisbon earthquake reshaped urban planning and Enlightenment thought across Europe

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What was a major consequence of the 1755 Lisbon earthquake beyond physical destruction?

It prompted advances in urban planning and challenged prevailing philosophical beliefs. It led to the immediate independence of Portugal from Spain. It was primarily significant because it was the largest earthquake ever recorded in history.

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Natural Disasters Natural Disaster

How human choices turn natural hazards into disasters with devastating consequences

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Which factor most influences the severity of a natural disaster's impact on a community?

The natural hazard's magnitude alone The community's preparedness and resilience The time of day the disaster occurs

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Natural Disasters Tsunami

Tsunamis race across oceans at jetliner speeds, defying typical wave behavior

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What is the primary cause of a tsunami's immense energy and destructive power?

Strong winds pushing ocean water towards the shore The sudden displacement of a large volume of water due to underwater earthquakes or volcanic activity The gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun causing unusually high tides

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Natural Disasters Tsunami

Tsunamis race across oceans at jetliner speeds but can be nearly invisible in deep water

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What is the primary cause of a tsunami's formation?

Sudden displacement of a large volume of water due to underwater geological events Strong winds blowing over the ocean surface The gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun causing tides

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Natural Disasters 1755 Lisbon Earthquake

The 1755 Lisbon earthquake reshaped European urban planning and scientific understanding of earthquakes

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What were the main factors that contributed to the widespread destruction in Lisbon during the 1755 earthquake?

Only the earthquake caused the destruction, with no significant impact from fires or tsunamis. The earthquake, subsequent fires, and a tsunami combined to cause extensive damage. The destruction was mainly due to a volcanic eruption triggered by the earthquake.

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