Climate Change
Any naturally occurring or physical change happening on, or in the earth, such as volcanoes.
What is a physical process?
The unwanted process that turns arable land into desert.
A natural disaster that scientists cannot predict.
What is an earthquake?
Changes in long-term weather patterns in a particular area, as well as a change in our planet's overall climate.
An area that contains most of Earth's volcanoes and circles the Pacific Ocean.
What is the Ring of Fire?
Strong storms with high-speed winds that form at lower latitudes.
What are hurricanes?
Lava, gas and ash
What is released when a volcano erupts?
The population density of the area, the strength of the structures and the emergency measures that are in place.
What factors affect how much damage and loss of life an earthquake can cause?
Areas with a long growing season and a semi-desert to moist climate; includes grassland and semi-desert scrub.
What are drylands?
Dormant (temporarily inactive) or extinct volcanoes
What volcanoes are considered safe to live on?
Huge surface waves caused by earthquakes that occur below oceans.
What are tsunamis?
The gradual wearing away of the earth's surface by wind, water or movement of glacial ice.
What is erosion?
Many metals are found here, providing mining jobs. The soil is rich in minerals making it good for farming. Homes are heated naturally by geothermal energy, and tourists love to visit!
What are reasons people would choose to live on or near a volcano?
Coastal settlements in earthquake zones
What areas are in danger due to tsunamis?
Natural causes such as heavy rains and human activities such as the clearing of trees.
What factors can cause landslides?
The creation of new land in coastal areas by depositing materials such as sand, rock, concrete and sometimes garbage in the water.
What is land reclamation?