Natural Disasters

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What causes tsunamis?

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Tsunamis are caused by earthquakes.

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What do the lines on a map represent that show where tectonic plates meet?

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The lines represent plate boundaries.

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What is the molten rock from a volcano called before it erupts?

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The molten rock is called magma.

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What type of natural disaster do shutters protect against?

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Shutters are engineered to protect against hurricanes.

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Which of these is NOT a characteristic of a natural disaster?

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Humans can stop them.

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What is a natural disaster?

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A natural disaster is a major event caused by natural processes of the Earth that results in significant damage or destruction.

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What is an earthquake?

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An earthquake is the shaking of the Earth's surface caused by the movement of tectonic plates.

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What is a volcano?

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A volcano is an opening in the Earth's surface where molten rock, ash, and gases can escape.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a powerful storm with strong winds and heavy rain that forms over warm ocean waters.

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What is magma?

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Magma is molten rock located beneath the Earth's surface.