GEOLOGY

EARTH SCIENCE

NATURAL HAZARDS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How are computers used in the prediction of natural disasters?
A
They map how frequently the natural disaster occurs to find patterns, and they simulate and model them.
B
They are used to do research online about the natural disasters and where they will strike next.
C
They calculate the intensity of past natural disasters and store relevant data.
D
none of these
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Currently, AI can predict four types of natural disasters, including: Earthquakes: Researchers can feed AI systems information from seismic imaging to train them. The AI analyzes the data to learn about the patterns of various earthquakes and can then predict where an earthquake and aftershock might hit.

Detailed explanation-2: -The computer model is updated every 12 hours with the latest satellite data and observations, thereby allowing scientists to issue forecasts and warnings. Flood Prediction uses radar, streamflow computer simulations and highly detailed computer model weather simulations.

Detailed explanation-3: -Data scientists use historical data about previous hurricane seasons in order to predict the number of storms, their intensity. Statistical methods can give information about approximate wind speeds and intensity of sustained winds.

Detailed explanation-4: -They study tracking radar systems of seismic waves deep inside the Earth. By comparing past records with live data, specific trends give scientists a warning of future events. Trends are used to predict earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions.

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