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299 AS and A Level Hazardous Environments essays

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Discuss the degree to which the theory of plate tectonics is supported by seismic and volcanic activity

5 star(s)

This is an excellent answer for an A level student. The author has a sound understanding of the topic, and has an awareness of what the question requires. Use of…
- Essay length: 1756 words
- Submitted: 19/01/2012
- Marked by teacher: Nigel Fisher 16/02/2012
Volcanic & Seismic events are pieces of evidence proving that the plate tectonics theory is valid

4 star(s)

A very good review of the evidence surrounding plate tectonic theory. A strong answer is given referring to examples with good use of geographical terminology throughout. One improvement…
- Essay length: 782 words
- Submitted: 26/04/2012
- Marked by teacher: Molly Reynolds 08/12/1999
The hazards presented by volcanic activity have the greatest impact on the poorest members of the worlds population. To what extent do you agree with this view?

3 star(s)

A good review of several appropriate case studies. However this essay does not clearly link the evidence back to the question posed. To improve, it needed to make links…
- Essay length: 1021 words
- Submitted: 26/04/2012
- Marked by teacher: Molly Reynolds 08/12/1999
Explain the increasing frequency of Hydro-meteorological Hazards.

3 star(s)

This answer includes some of the key ideas which should be discussed in response to the question. However, it could be significantly improved by focusing more on frequency, including providing…
- Essay length: 1944 words
- Submitted: 07/01/2012
- Marked by teacher: Nigel Fisher 16/02/2012
The extent to which volcanic processes represent hazards depends on where and when they occur.

3 star(s)

A good answer to the question. At times it could link back the question more, and some structural issues need addressing. However the case study detail is very good.…
- Essay length: 1244 words
- Submitted: 05/05/2011
- Marked by teacher: Molly Reynolds 08/12/1999
Discuss the view that poverty is the real killer in earthquake disasters

3 star(s)

This is a good answer to a question which many students would find challenging. The author has introduced many of the key ideas, although the way this has been done…
- Essay length: 1240 words
- Submitted: 05/05/2011
- Marked by teacher: Nigel Fisher 16/02/2012
In December's tsunami in the Indian Ocean, an estimated 250,000-300,000 people were killed or are still missing, while millions of lives have been upturned, socially and economically, by its impact. A main reason for the huge death

4 star(s)

The response given in the introductory paragraphs is excellent. However, it could have been improved by a clearer structure; for example, the definition should have come first. Also the second…
- Essay length: 1279 words
- Submitted: 14/02/2006
- Reviewed by: thumbsup 20/04/2012
The hazards presented by volcanic and seismic events have the greatest impact on the worlds poorest people
- Essay length: 1026 words
- Submitted: 26/03/2012
The number of fatalities that result from volcanic and seismic natural hazards is related to the level of development in the country in which they occur. Discuss.
- Essay length: 2528 words
- Submitted: 19/01/2012
Suggest why droughts have severe impacts on people and the environment.
- Essay length: 3418 words
- Submitted: 07/01/2012

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Volcanoes are more dangerous hazards than earthquakes - Discuss the truth of this statement.

"In conclusion I believe that the statement 'volcanoes are more dangerous hazards than earthquakes' to generally be false. Although earthquakes can be prepared for a lot better than volcano eruptions, earthquakes are less easy to predict and cause a substantial amount more damage. Earthquakes are also more frequent and usually affect a larger area and can also cause tsunamis, floods, fires, landslides and the liquefaction of soil. Iden Ranapour 1"

The extent to which earthquakes are hazardous depends on where and when they are experienced

"To conclude, the key spatial and temporal factors listed above leads me to believe that the extent to which earthquakes represent hazards DOES depend on where and when they are experienced. In particular, 'where' factors such as level of development and rural-urban disparities as well as 'when' factors such as time of day and time between hazards are crucial in determining the extent of damage caused by an earthquake. However every earthquake is different and it is only when a combination of the above elements come together does an earthquake become a real hazard. After all, it is estimated that over 1,400,000 earthquakes occur annually with only up to 100 of those deemed to be potentially hazardous."

Volcanoes are more dangerous hazards than earthquakes discuss the truth of this statement.

"Both hazards are deadly and ruin both property and human life; however volcanoes in my opinion are more dangerous than earthquakes. Earthquakes although cannot be predicted can be protected against saving thousands of lives. Volcanoes although can be predicted cannot be defended against, even if towns are evacuated they are still destroyed creating huge humanitarian and economic problems. Accurate volcano prediction if in place isn't always linked up with towns in danger; this makes the prediction useless anyway. Finally Volcanoes also have lasting implications; their secondary effects such as lahars can be felt for generations."

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AS and A Level: Hazardous Environments

299 AS and A Level Hazardous Environments essays

Discuss the degree to which the theory of plate tectonics is supported by seismic and volcanic activity

Volcanic & Seismic events are pieces of evidence proving that the plate tectonics theory is valid

The hazards presented by volcanic activity have the greatest impact on the poorest members of the worlds population. To what extent do you agree with this view?

Explain the increasing frequency of Hydro-meteorological Hazards.

The extent to which volcanic processes represent hazards depends on where and when they occur.

Discuss the view that poverty is the real killer in earthquake disasters

In December's tsunami in the Indian Ocean, an estimated 250,000-300,000 people were killed or are still missing, while millions of lives have been upturned, socially and economically, by its impact. A main reason for the huge death

The hazards presented by volcanic and seismic events have the greatest impact on the worlds poorest people

The number of fatalities that result from volcanic and seismic natural hazards is related to the level of development in the country in which they occur. Discuss.

Suggest why droughts have severe impacts on people and the environment.

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