Evaluation Of The Effects Of Depressions And Anticyclones On People And The Economy Flashcards
Positive effect of depressions on people
Frontal rain naturally waters gardens and fills water butts, so people don’t have to use their hose as often
Positive effect of depressions on the economy
Rainfall helps crops like wheat and potatoes grow, removing the need for costly irrigation
Negative effect of depressions on people
If a depression stabilises over a particular area it can lead to prolonged rainfall and hence flooding
Negative effect of depressions on the economy
Strong winds can cause cancellations of ferries across the Irish Sea and English Channel, preventing goods from being delivered to shops
Positive effect of winter anticyclones on people
Freezing temperatures kill harmful bacteria which cause illness
Positive effect of winter anticyclones on the economy
Frost helps to break up the soil, which helps farmers during spring ploughing
Negative effect of winter anticyclones on people
People with asthma suffer as they have difficulty breathing in the cold weather
Negative effect of winter anticyclones on the economy
Freezing fog delays the transport of goods, thereby reducing potential profit
Positive effect of summer anticyclones on people
Warm and sunny weather lets people enjoy trips outside and relax
Positive effect of summer anticyclones on the economy
Businesses like ice cream van services make more profit as they can take advantage of the increased demand for their product in the hot weather
Negative effect of summer anticyclones on people
The elderly and very young people can become dehydrated in extended periods of extreme heat
Negative effect of summer anticyclones on the economy
Drought in summer can cause crops to die which means farmers lose profits
