EQ3- Jakarta sinking Flashcards
1
Q
Where is Jakarta?
A
Jakarta is the capital city of the republic of Indonesia.
2
Q
Why is Jakarta sinking?
A
-Rapid urbanisation
-Sudden growth
-Tapping into aquifers to meet water demands
-Weight of the city, increasing pressure
3
Q
What are the impacts of Jakarta sinking?
A
-Subsidence of 25cm per year
-Streets are flooded
-Businesses are abandoned
-Spread of disease
-By 2050, a lot of the city will be underwater.
