I think it's extinction.
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More specifically an "extinction event".
The world will end with a whimper through gradual decline and decay rather than a sudden catastrophic event.
A catastrophic event is basically the same as a sudden natural disaster - flood, earthquake, tsunami, etc. especially if there is a considerable loss of life, and damage to property.
A catastrophic stressor is an extremely severe and often sudden event that causes significant distress and disruption in individuals or communities. Examples include natural disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes, acts of terrorism, or mass shootings.
The term catastrophic means involving a sudden and widespread disaster. In the text "Guts" by Chuck Palahniuk, the protagonist's unsettling experience of accidentally disemboweling himself during a swimming pool suction incident can be considered catastrophic due to the shocking and disastrous nature of the event. This catastrophic event serves as a central theme in the story, highlighting themes of mortality, fear, and human resilience.
Sudden disaster refers to an unexpected and catastrophic event that causes significant harm or damage. This could include natural disasters, such as earthquakes or severe storms, or man-made disasters like explosions or mass accidents.
Yes, it is. If there is variation in a populations, and a sudden catastrophic event occurs, there is more of a chance that some of the individuals in the population will survive, and the population will not die out.
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A sudden event that brings great destruction is a natural disaster, such as an earthquake or a hurricane. These catastrophic occurrences can lead to widespread damage, loss of life, and disruption of communities. The force and unpredictability of such events often catch people off guard, resulting in significant challenges for recovery and rebuilding efforts.
Earthquakes.
It is a Catastrophic Event.
Catastrophic disturbance refers to a sudden and severe event that causes significant disruption or damage to an ecosystem, resulting in long-lasting consequences for the plant and animal populations within that ecosystem. Examples include hurricanes, wildfires, volcanic eruptions, and tsunamis.
The word that means a sudden and violent collapse is "cataclysm." It refers to a large-scale and often violent event that leads to significant disruption or destruction. Cataclysms can occur in various contexts, including natural disasters, social upheavals, or catastrophic failures.