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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Hazard | a natural event that could cause harm |
| Disaster | when the hazard actually causes damage and impacts people |
| What causes earthquakes? | Movement of tectonic plates. |
| Why do volcanoes form? | Magma rises through Earth’s crust, often at plate boundaries. |
| What are tectonic plates? | Large pieces of Earth’s crust that slowly move. |
| Where is the Ring of Fire located? | Around the Pacific Ocean. |
| Why is it so active? | Because many tectonic plate boundaries are located there. |
| What causes hurricanes? | Warm ocean water and rising air that creates a spinning storm system. |
| What is a storm surge? | Ocean water pushed onto land during a hurricane. |
| When do hurricanes usually occur? | Late summer and fall. |
| What causes floods? | Heavy rain, overflowing rivers, or storm surge. |
| Where do tornadoes happen most often? | Tornado Alley in the central United States. |
| What is a landslide? | Movement of rock and soil down a slope. |
| How do scientists predict hazards? | Using satellites, weather radar, seismographs, and past data patterns. |
| How do engineers reduce damage? | By designing earthquake-resistant buildings and warning systems. |
| Why is preparation important? | It saves lives and reduces damage. |