a natural event that has the potential to cause damage, loss of life or economic disruption

when a natural hazard actually causes significant damage, harm or loss of life

the likelihood that people or property will be harmed by a natural hazard

An introduction to natural hazards

Geography

This unit teaches pupils about natural and tectonic hazards, their location, causes and effects. Pupils learn about the different types of hazard before focusing on earthquakes and volcanoes. Pupils will learn about tectonic processes, hazard impacts and the options for mitigation and adaptation.

Natural and tectonic hazards

Depiction or discussion of famine, disease, natural disasters.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Which of the following factors can increase the risk of a natural hazard becoming a natural disaster?

A man-made event that causes harm to people and the environment.

A natural event that could cause damage, loss of life, or economic disruption.

A type of weather event that does not affect human populations.

An event that always results in damage to property.

The amount of damage a natural disaster causes to a country's economy.

The likelihood that people or property will be harmed by a natural hazard.

The study of different types of natural hazards around the world.

The prevention strategies for dealing with natural disasters.

What does the term 'hazard risk' refer to?

A hurricane hitting a densely populated coastal city is an example of a natural hazard with a high hazard {{}}.

Which of the following are examples of a natural hazard?

could cause damage, loss of life, economic disruption

when a natural hazard causes significant damage, harm or loss of life

the likelihood that people or property will be harmed

What is the term used for a sudden and violent shaking of the ground, often caused by tectonic plate movements?

caused by movements of Earth’s crust and mantle

involve the movement and distribution of water

involve surface processes on Earth’s surface

Match the categories of natural hazard with their definitions.

What are some of the risks facing countries that are vulnerable to natural hazards?

A powerful earthquake that takes place in a densely-populated city is likely to cause a natural {{}}.

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision required

Starter Quiz