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An introductory text for a basic course on natural hazards, human affairs, risk assessment, preventi...
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An introductory text for a basic course on natural hazards, human affairs, risk assessment, prevention, and mitigation, with little previous math knowledge required. Covers volcanos, earthquakes, landslides, drought, atmospheric and oceanographic hazards, and human-made accidents. Appendices contain explanations of basic mathematical concepts and a technical analysis of volcanic and seismic risk. Includes b&w photos and diagrams. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
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