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Natural And Technological Hazards Question Paper

Natural And Technological Hazards

Course:Bachelor Of Environmental Studies

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2009

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2009/2010
FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES (RESOURCE CONSERVATION)

ERC 307:
NATURAL AND TECHNOLOGICAL HAZARDS

DATE: Monday, 28th December, 2009

TIME: 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
Answer question ONE and any other THREE
Illustrate your answers with suitable diagrams
Q.1
a)
Explain the role that local communities play in the management of disaster and hazards in a particular area. (6 marks)
b)
Discuss the need for, and key components of, a disaster management plan for an area. (9 marks)
c)
Discuss waste as an environmental hazard. (10 marks)
Q.2
Discuss factors contributing to flooding hazards in urban areas of Kenya and suggest appropriate interventions. (15 marks)
Q.3
Discuss the implications of land use on the frequency and severity of droughts in various parts of Kenya. (15 marks)
Q.4
Using a specific example, explain the role of International institutions in addressing the challenges arising from poor management of various disasters and hazards in Kenya. (15 marks)
Q.5
Write brief notes on the following
a)
Impact and control of thunderstorms (8 marks)
b)
Causes and implications of industrial accidents (7 marks)