Handbook of Natural Hazards and Disasters - Couverture rigide

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1641726431 ISBN 13 : 9781641726436

Editeur : Larsen and Keller Education, 2022

Synopsis

A natural phenomenon which can have a negative impact on the environment or humans is known as a natural hazard. Such events are categorized into two types, namely, geophysical and biological. Geological and meteorological phenomenon such as wildfires, earthquakes and droughts fall under the category of geophysical hazards. A wide variety of diseases, infections and infestations come under the umbrella of biological hazards. Natural disaster refers to a natural hazard which has already occurred. It refers to a particular event, which occurs over a relatively shorter period of time. Identification of different types of hazards is known as hazard analysis. It plays a vital role in reducing the risk posed by a disaster or a hazard. The topics included in this book on natural hazards and disasters are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. It is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this area as well as for experts. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Larsen and Keller Education
• Date d'édition: 2022
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1641726431
• ISBN 13: 9781641726436
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 246
• Éditeur: Bird Robinson
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible