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 Natural Calamities 14 Flashcards |
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Fill in the blank: A volcano releases ___, ___, and gases from within the Earth. |
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Hot molten rock, ash |
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True or False: Earthquakes can only occur along tectonic plate boundaries. |
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False. While most earthquakes occur along tectonic plate boundaries, they can also happen within tectonic plates. |
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Fill in the blank: Tsunamis can reach heights of ___ to ___ meters. |
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10 to 30 |
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What safety measures can be taken to protect against tsunamis? |
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Safety measures against tsunamis include:
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True or False: All floods are caused by heavy rainfall. |
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False. Floods can also occur due to dam failures, rapid snowmelt, and other factors. |
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What is the focus of an earthquake? |
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The focus is the point deep within the Earth where the earthquake originates, releasing energy that causes the ground to shake. |
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Fill in the blank: The region known as the 'Pacific Ring of Fire' is famous for its many ___ volcanoes. |
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