Natural Disasters and Their Causes

The video discusses various types of natural disasters, including geological, hydrological, and meteorological events. It explains their causes, impacts, and predictability, highlighting the role of human activity and climate change. The video also emphasizes the importance of understanding local risks and preparing for potential disasters.

What is a natural disaster primarily caused by?

• Human activities

• Alien invasions

• Natural earth processes

• Technological failures

Which of the following is NOT a geological disaster?

• Landslide

• Earthquake

• Volcanic eruption

• Flood

What is a common cause of hydrological disasters?

• Volcanic activity

• Changes in water movement

• Earth's core activity

• Wind patterns

Which village receives the most rainfall on the planet?

• Mawsynram

• Shillong

• Cherrapunji

• Darjeeling

What type of disaster is caused by extreme weather conditions?

• Hydrological

• Biological

• Geological

• Meteorological

Which of the following is a meteorological disaster?

• Tornado

• Earthquake

• Landslide

• Volcanic eruption

What is the primary cause of cyclones?

• Earth's gravitational pull

• Rising hot air over the ocean

• Human activities

• Volcanic eruptions

What is a major consequence of extreme heat?

• Tsunamis

• Floods

• Droughts

• Earthquakes

Which of the following is a result of severe thunderstorms?

• Tornadoes

• Volcanic eruptions

• Landslides

• Droughts

What is a common effect of heat waves on living organisms?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Earthquakes

• Heat stroke

• Increased rainfall