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act of nature

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A quick definition of act of nature:

Act of nature, also known as act of God, refers to an event that happens because of natural forces without any human involvement. This means that it is not caused by people and could not have been prevented by anyone. Examples of acts of nature include lightning strikes, tornadoes, blizzards, earthquakes, and other natural disasters.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: An act of nature, also known as an act of God, is an event that occurs solely due to natural forces without any human intervention. It refers to any accident that is beyond human control, influence, or involvement, and could not have been prevented by any amount of care, effort, or foresight. Examples of acts of nature include:

  • Lightning strikes
  • Tornadoes
  • Blizzards
  • Earthquakes
  • Sea hazards (such as tsunamis or hurricanes)

These events are caused by natural forces and are not influenced by human actions. For example, a lightning strike can cause a fire that destroys a house, but the fire was not caused by any human action. Similarly, a tornado can destroy a town, but it was not caused by any human intervention. These events are considered acts of nature because they are beyond human control and could not have been prevented.

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