Disaster and Natural Resources Review

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that cannot be replaced or regenerated quickly enough to keep up with its consumption, such as fossil fuels.

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What is a renewable resource?

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A renewable resource is a natural resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and timber.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating funnel-shaped cloud that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground, capable of causing significant damage.

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What is a tsunami?

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A tsunami is a series of large ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces through natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process that moves rock and soil from one location to another, often caused by water, wind, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process by which sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass.

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What causes an earthquake?

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An earthquake is caused by the sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust, resulting in seismic waves.

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What is a flood?

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A flood is an overflow of water onto land that is normally dry, often caused by heavy rainfall or melting snow.

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What is a volcano?

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