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Paper 1 structured question: The impacts of natural hazards

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Impacts of Droughts

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Drought Effects

Droughts cause depletion of water sources, reduced crop yields, increased soil erosion, desertification, poorer air quality, and higher wildfire risks.

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    Explain how droughts can lead to increased soil erosion and desertification.

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Tectonic Events and Their Effects

Tectonic events such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions can cause damage to buildings and infrastructure, loss of agricultural land and habitats, fatalities, psychological trauma, and outbreaks of waterborne diseases.

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    Describe two effects of tectonic events on the environment.

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