Geography Unit One Case Study - CALIFORNIA

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Where is the state of California?
USA
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Is California wealthy?
Yes, but parts of it are vulnerable
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What are all of the hazards California is at risk to?
Earthquakes, Tsunamis, Droughts, Landslides and Volcanic Eruptions
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What is the name of the major fault line in California?
San Andreas Fault
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Why may Californian towns experience high financial losses from wildfires?
Large economy to spend more on expensive infrastructure and businesses
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Why is drought a frequent occurrence in California?
El Nino/La Nina results in increased aridity. Cold water then leads to limited evaporation and rainfall.
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How often to El Nino/La Nina events occur?
Every 2-7 years
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What type of boundary does California lie on?
Conservative
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