Asked by Mithra Rathinappillai on May 22, 2024
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Which of the following is a hazard but not a risk, according to the textbook?
A) the Kilauea volcano, which covers subdivisions with molten lava
B) a scoria cone that erupts hot molten fragments on an unpopulated Pacific island
C) a volcano in Iceland that threatens people with dangerous gases
D) a volcano in Iceland that caused catastrophic flooding that destroyed houses and roads
E) all of these are both a hazard and a risk
Hazard
The existence of a potentially dangerous situation or event.
Risk
An assessment of whether a hazard might have some societal impact.
Kilauea Volcano
An active shield volcano in the Hawaiian Islands, well known for its frequent and relatively mild basaltic lava flows.
- Differentiate between hazards and risks related to volcanic activity.
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kamakshi sharmaMay 25, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
A hazard becomes a risk when it poses a threat to humans or their property. Since the scoria cone eruption occurs on an unpopulated island, it does not pose a direct threat to humans or their property, making it a hazard but not a risk.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate between hazards and risks related to volcanic activity.