Natural Hazards | AQA GCSE Geography

GCSE Geography Students, test your knowledge & understanding of natural hazards with this interactive topic quiz - produced by the tutor2u Geography team.

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Natural hazards refer to natural events or phenomena that can cause damage or harm to human lives, property, or the environment. Here are some common examples of natural hazards:

• Floods: These occur when water inundates land that is normally dry, causing damage to property, infrastructure, and lives.
• Earthquakes: These are sudden movements of the earth's crust that can cause damage to buildings, roads, and other infrastructure, as well as loss of life.
• Volcanic eruptions: These can cause widespread damage to property and infrastructure, as well as pose a risk to human health through the release of ash, gases, and lava.
• Hurricanes and typhoons: These are powerful storms that can cause damage through high winds, heavy rainfall, and storm surge.
• Wildfires: These can cause damage to property, infrastructure, and lives through the rapid spread of uncontrolled fires in natural environments.

Overall, natural hazards are unpredictable and can have devastating impacts on communities and ecosystems. It's important to understand and mitigate their risks to protect people, property, and the environment.