Is the science that deals with the description, and interaction of the diverse physical, biological, and cultural features of earths surface

In a 2010 article “fact check: eastern u.s. earthquake risk” by chris mould, the author provides as evidence the following statement by the united states geological survey: “although earthquakes may be less frequent in the eastern u.s., … urban areas in the east could face bigger losses because the shaking would affect much larger areas than similar quakes in the west. in addition, most homes and buildings in the east are not designed to withstand earthquakes.”this statement directly relates to which of the following concepts? a. vulnerabilityb. hazardc. riskd. severity

Give reason sugarcane waste can be recycled into useful products

Why slip off slopes are found on the inside of meanders? why river cliffs are found on the outside of meanders?