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Primary Effects - GCSE Geography Definition

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Primary effects are the immediate impacts that happen as a direct result of a natural event, like an earthquake, volcanic eruption or flood. These effects include things like buildings collapsing, roads cracking, and people getting injured or killed. They are the first things people notice when a disaster happens, and they often cause the most damage. Understanding primary effects helps us to see how powerful these natural events can be and why it's important to prepare for them.

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