Asked by sourav saharan on Jul 08, 2024
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What are some of the reasons major recent earthquakes have had large death tolls?
A) structural collapse of poorly built structures
B) generation of damaging tsunami
C) location near high population densities
D) all of these
Death Tolls
The total number of fatalities resulting from an event, such as a natural disaster or conflict.
Structural Collapse
Structural collapse refers to the sudden failure of a building or geological feature due to a loss of structural integrity.
Population Densities
Refers to the number of people living per unit of area, such as a square kilometer or mile, and is a measure used to evaluate how crowded a place is.
- Identify the effects of natural disasters such as earthquakes and tsunamis on human structures and existence.
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Zybrea KnightJul 11, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
All of these factors contribute to the high death tolls in major recent earthquakes. Poorly built structures are more likely to collapse, tsunamis can cause widespread damage and loss of life, and earthquakes that occur near areas with high population densities can affect more people directly.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the effects of natural disasters such as earthquakes and tsunamis on human structures and existence.