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Cl-5 Le-10 Natural Disasters

The document discusses natural disasters, defining them as destructive events caused by natural forces beyond human control. It covers various types of disasters, including volcanoes, cyclones, floods, and droughts, along with preventive measures and safety preparations. Additionally, it highlights the importance of earthquake drills in Japan due to the country's frequent seismic activity.

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Cl-5 Le-10 Natural Disasters

The document discusses natural disasters, defining them as destructive events caused by natural forces beyond human control. It covers various types of disasters, including volcanoes, cyclones, floods, and droughts, along with preventive measures and safety preparations. Additionally, it highlights the importance of earthquake drills in Japan due to the country's frequent seismic activity.

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Cl-5 Le-13 NATURAL DIASTERS

I. New Words
Disasters. Calamities Destructive Hurricane
Tsunami. Dengue Droughts. Famine
Earthquake. Volcanic Cyclone
II. Write Short Answers:
1. What are natural disasters?
A. Natural disasters or calamities show the destructive powers of nature.
These are disasters that are caused by natural forces. It also means things
that happen and are beyond our control.
2. What is a volcano?
A. A volcano is an opening in the Earth's crust through which molten rock
material or magma comes out.
3. What are cyclones? Which states in India are prone to cyclones?
A. A cyclone is also a natural disaster. During a cyclone, winds blow at a very
high speed and this is accompanied by very heavy showers. In India, the
coastal areas of Gujarat and Maharashtra and the states of West Bengal,
Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Tamil Nadu are usually affected by
cyclones.
4. How do floods occur?
A. Floods are usually caused by very heavy rainfall that causes a river to
overflow its banks and the water spreads to the surrounding areas.
III. Answer the following questions.
1. (a) When does a drought take place? (b) List any four ways to prevent
droughts.
A. (a) When there is a shortage of rainfall over a long period of time, there is
drought.
(b) Drought in an area can be prevented by:
( i) planting more trees
(ii) developing irrigation facilities by building dams
(iii) adopting modern techniques like rainwater harvesting so that water
stored in monsoon can be used in tough times
(iv) growing drought resistant crops like millets, maize and sorghum
(v) spraying water on the base of the plants so that less water is used
2. You live close to a volcanic zone. How do you prepare yourself for a
volcanic eruption?
A. We can prepare ourselves for volcanic eruptions in the following ways -
(a) by listening to radio or watching television for any kind of warning
(b) by moving to a safer place
(c) by always keeping a bag ready with basic things
(d) by staying away from the lava and hot gases as they are harmful. By not
returning to the area unless asked to by the authorities
(e) We should always have helpline numbers for immediate help and
emergency.
3. Why is an 'earthquake drill' a common feature in the schools of Japan?
A. An 'earthquake drill' is a common feature in the schools of Japan because
earthquakes occur frequently in Japan. The students are trained to face
earthquakes. They practise hiding under tables and chairs to protect
themselves during the earthquakes.

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