Foundation Studies: Earthquakes Natural Disasters- Research Report Assignment

Internal Code: MAS1056

Research Report Assignment:

Question: Choose one specific natural disaster and research the impact that science and technology has had on that particular natural disaster. Your slides should include the following information: Slide 1 Science and your chosen natural disaster Describe your chosen natural disaster and explain why it occurs. Example: Tropical cyclones form when the energy released by the condensation of moisture in rising air builds up over warm ocean waters forming a large low pressure system or severe storm. Slide 2 Current Technology used in detection, control and emergency response to your chosen natural disaster Describe two or three current technologies that are used in either detecting, controlling or responding to your chosen natural disaster. Example: Drone technology is being used in the identification and control of bushfires. Slide 3 Natural Disasters and Society Explain the relationship between your chosen natural disaster and society using a specific occurrence of your chosen natural disaster. What impact did this specific disaster have on society. Include relevant statistics e.g. fatalities, homes destroyed, loss of infrastructure. Example: The earthquake that hit Christchurch New Zealand in February 2011. More than 180 people died as a result of the earthquake. Slide 4 Reference List Use UTS Library Online to assist you with your reference list.