Flood occur when an overflow of water submerges nearby lands. This water might be from oceans, rivers, or lakes.
There are three main categories of disasters, what are they?
natural, technological, and man-made.
Why do Volcanic eruptions happen?
due to the explosion of lava, ash, and gases from a volcano's vent or opening.
True or false: all disasters are caused by nature.
false
.......................also known as twisters or whirlwinds, consist of a huge column of air with debris and dust that rotates violently on Earth's surface.
Tornadoes
Mention 3 natural disasters?
volcano, tsunami, flood, tornado, Earthquake
Tsunami is a Japanese word which translates to ..... ?
"harbor waves".
What is a disaster?
A disaster is a disorder causing human, economic, material, or environmental loss over a short or long period.
What is the reason behind the water displacement in Tsunamis?
can be volcanoes, earthquakes, or landslides.
What is a natural disaster?
A natural disaster is a catastrophe which takes place from any slow or quick natural and geologic process on Earth.
Why do Earthquakes happen?
Earthquakes take place due to sudden movements in the Earth's tectonic plates, specifically in the Earth's crust.
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