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This module contains:
- An editable PowerPoint lesson presentation
- Editable revision handouts
- A glossary that covers the key terminologies of the module
- Activities and end-of-topic questions with answers to test knowledge and understanding
Natural Hazards
Natural Hazards in Key Stage 3 Geography refers to extreme natural events that can cause harm to people or damage property. Some key aspects include understanding plate tectonics, volcanoes, earthquakes and tsunamis, tropical storms so that students understand the causes and effects, as well as strategies for risk reduction and management.
This KS3 Natural Hazards module will enable students to:
- Define natural hazards and recognize different types of natural hazards.
- Understand how geological, meteorological and environmental factors lead to the occurrence of natural hazards.
- Differentiate between natural hazards and natural disasters.
- Explain the factors that impact disaster risk.
- Know how the varying contexts of different countries affect how they respond to natural hazards.
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More Natural Hazards Modules
Natural Hazards Intro is one lesson in our Natural Hazards module. The other theory lessons can be found below:
Natural Hazards
Tsunamis
Plate Tectonics