Natural Hazards vs. Disasters
Assessing the geographic distribution of risks such as wildfires, floods, and earthquakes.
Key Questions
- Differentiate between a natural hazard and a natural disaster.
- Analyze why people continue to live in areas prone to high-frequency natural disasters.
- Evaluate the factors that transform a natural hazard into a human disaster.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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