What is the primary difference between a natural hazard and a natural disaster?, A natural hazard has the potential to cause harm, while a natural disaster has already caused significant damage., A natural hazard is less severe than a natural disaster, which is always catastrophic., A natural hazard is always the result of human activity, while a natural disaster is a natural occurrence., A natural hazard occurs only in populated areas, whereas a natural disaster can occur anywhere., What is a lahar?, A volcanic mudflow caused by melting snow and ice., An explosive volcanic eruption that shoots ash into the atmosphere., A type of tsunami triggered by underwater earthquakes., A strong wind that contributes to tornado formation., What is the purpose of a tiltmeter in volcano monitoring?, To measure the temperature of lava flows and assess potential eruption hazards., To analyze the chemical composition of volcanic gases., To detect the ash clouds emitted during an eruption., To measure ground deformation indicating magma movement beneath the surface., What is mitigation in the context of natural hazards?, A historical record of past natural disasters in a region., A method for predicting when natural disasters will occur., Actions taken to reduce the severity or impact of natural disasters., The financial compensation provided after a natural disaster., Which of the following technologies is used to track storm rotation for tornado prediction?, GPS satellites, Doppler Radar, Seismometers, Tiltmeters, What is the primary cause of wildfires?, Dry conditions and high temperatures, Earthquakes triggering landslides, Excessive rainfall and flooding, Volcanic eruptions releasing lava, Which natural hazard is characterized by rotating winds and can cause significant damage in a narrow path?, Tornado, Hurricane, Earthquake, Flood, Which of the following natural hazards is most likely to occur in coastal areas?, Hurricane, Drought, Wildfire, Earthquake, Which factor increases the risk of a natural hazard becoming a natural disaster?, Strict enforcement of building regulations, Low population density, Remote geographical location, Population density in the affected area.

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