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Living with Tectonic Hazards

4 dot points across 4 inquiry questions. Click any dot point for a focused answer with worked past exam questions where available.

Why does a similar earthquake cause far more harm in one place than in another?

Explain why the impacts of tectonic hazards differ between richer and poorer places, using factors such as wealth, preparation and population
A clear, scaffolded answer to the N(A)-Level Geography outcome on why hazard impacts differ. How wealth, preparation, building quality, population density and the speed of help shape the harm a tectonic hazard causes.
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What are the impacts of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions on people and the environment?

Describe the social, economic and environmental impacts of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, and distinguish primary from secondary effects
A clear, scaffolded answer to the N(A)-Level Geography outcome on hazard impacts. Social, economic and environmental impacts of earthquakes and eruptions, and the difference between primary and secondary effects.
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How can people prepare for and respond to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions to reduce harm?

Describe how people prepare for and respond to tectonic hazards through prediction, planning, building design and emergency action
A clear, scaffolded answer to the N(A)-Level Geography outcome on hazard management. Monitoring and prediction, warning systems, earthquake-resistant building, evacuation planning, and emergency response and recovery.
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Why do so many people choose to live in places at risk from earthquakes and volcanoes?

Explain the reasons why people continue to live in areas at risk from tectonic hazards
A clear, scaffolded answer to the N(A)-Level Geography outcome on why people live near hazards. Fertile soils, geothermal energy, minerals, tourism, family and money ties, and confidence in protection.
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