Why Were the Predictions and Mitigation of the Hazards for the Eruption

question 8

Essay

Why were the predictions and mitigation of the hazards for the eruption at Mount Pinatubo so successful? What types of strategies did authorities use to evacuate people?

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Definitions:

Skin Integrity

The condition of unbroken and healthy skin, an important aspect of preventing infection and disease.

Alkaline-Based Soap

Soap with a pH level higher than 7, typically considered harsher on the skin due to its potential to disrupt the skin's natural acid mantle.

Neutral pH

A value of 7 on the pH scale, indicating a solution that is neither acidic nor alkaline.

Oral Candidiasis

A fungal infection in the mouth caused by the Candida species, also known as thrush.