Conflict in glaciated areas

Question 1

conflict caused by quarrying

Answer 1

pollution of land and rivers which destroys habitats and spoils landscapes which deters tourists. Noise pollution created by process and transport

Question 2

conflict of tourism

Answer 2

littering and erosion of footpaths if people don’t walk on them. Farmers get annoyed as the scare livestock, trample crops, and leave gates open. Land developed for tourist needs not farming. Increase house prices.

Question 3

conflict of farming

Answer 3

grazing livestock remove vegetation. Conservationist want natural environment

Question 4

conflict of forestry

Answer 4

harvesting trees means chopping down forests and destroying habitats. Conservationists annoyed as coniferous forests don’t support natural woodland areas

Question 5

Conflict of military training

Answer 5

Una mountainous terrain provides excellent training ground for RAF pilots. Jet engine noises spoil tranquility of upland for walkers

Question 6

Conflict example: Glenridding zip wire- main stakeholders

Answer 6

Policy officers, treetop trek, steamboat captain

Question 7

conflict of wind farms

Answer 7

creates an eyesore for tourists, noise pollution, land owners, house prices fall