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evelyn o bentley

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Explain how an increasing population and urban sprawl make people more vulnerable to natural disasters. Give three reasons.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Major public health risks for those living in large cities, especially in developing nations, are
 
  A) mental health and respiratory diseases.
  B) increased exposure to radioactive wastes.
  C) higher rates of cancer and heart disease.
  D) hearing and vision loss, lowered reproductive capacity.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: Answers will vary, but those listed in the text include:
Coastal wetlands and dunes, which protect coastal cities from storms, are destroyed. Sea-level rise will inundate coastal areas. Urban areas in seismic and/or volcanic areas will concentrate a large number of people in the path of these hazards. As construction commences, poor construction practices or inappropriate land use may concentrate people in vulnerable sites. Urbanization can change the magnitude and frequency of flooding of rivers. Students should be able to list three reasons for full credit.

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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