Fold Mountains + Volcanic eruption MEDC Flashcards

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1
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What is the case study for Fold Mountains?

A

Andes

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2
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Name four ways in which people use fold mountains

A

Farming
Mining
Hydroelectric power (HEP)
Tourism

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3
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Name four countries that the Andes run through

A

Peru
Chile
Bolivia
Colombia

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4
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How long is he Andes mountain range?

A

7000km

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5
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What type of farmer’s farm in the Andes?

A

Subsistence

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Name the four minerals that can be found in the Andes

A

Tin
Nickel
Gold
Iron

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7
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How much of Peru’s exports come from mining?

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80%

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8
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What is the case study for a volcanic eruption in a MEDC?

A

MT ST Helens

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9
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What date did mt St. Helens erupt?

A

May 1980

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10
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Where is mt St. Helens?

A

USA

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What kind of volcano is Mt St.helens?

A

Composite

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12
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How many people died due to the eruption of Mt St. Helens?

A

57

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13
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Name one physical effect of Mt St. Helens?

A

Destroyed spirit lake

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14
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What were the economic losses as a result of the eruption of Mt St. Helens?

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$1.2 billion

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How many houses were destroyed in Mt St. Helens eruption?

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250

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