NSES Content Standard F
Science in Personal and Social Perspectives: Natural and human-induced hazards Grades 9-12, page 199 Natural and human-induced hazards present the need for humans to assess
potential danger and risk. Many changes in the environment designed by
humans bring benefits to society, as well as cause risks. Students should
understand the costs and trade-offs of various hazards--ranging from those
with minor risk to a few people to major catastrophes with major risk to
many people. The scale of events and the accuracy with which scientists
and engineers can (and cannot) predict events are important considerations.
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