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How are earthquakes caused at destructive plate boundaries?

When a denser, oceanic plate subducts (moves under) a less dense continental plate, the plates can 'lock' and experience friction because of the opposing movement of the plates - we call this area a 'subduct...
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Using case studies to support your answer, explain how similar hazards have different impacts.

First of all, it is important to acknowledge that there are two different types of hazard. The first, geophysical hazards, includes earthquakes and volcanoes. The second are hydro-meteorological hazards, whi...
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What is a hurricane and outline the structure of a hurricane

A hurricane is a type of tropical cyclone, which is a generic term for a low pressure system that generally forms in the tropics. The cyclone is accompanied by thunderstorms and, in the Northern Hemisphere, ...
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Briefly explain how both social and environmental considerations are important in sustainable development (6 marks)

Sustainable development is defined by the Bruntland Report as development which meets the needs of future generations without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. For this to b...
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Outline the location of tropical rainforests and give a brief description of their climate (8 marks)

Tropical rainforests are located from 5-10 degrees from the equator. This is due to the location of the ITCZ line bringing significant rainfall to these regions, whilst also recieving strong UV radiation fro...
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