How does society influence resource definition? Flashcards
1
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how technology influences resources
A
- finding it
- transporting it
- use of the resource
- managing waste (recycle and reuse)
- extraction
- processing the resource
2
Q
how society influences resources
A
- changes in culture
- increased population size
- raised education levels
- attitudes to pollution
- changes in tastes
- use of the resource
3
Q
wind energy/fracking good points
A
- renewable energy
- clean
- creates jobs
- no pollution
- provides energy security
- shale gas is cheaper for people
4
Q
wind energy/fracking bad points
A
- unsightly
- noise pollution
- not always efficient
- fracking may cause earthquakes
- costly
- produce co2
5
Q
NIMBY stands for
A
not in my back yard
6
Q
how have raised education levels impacted on resources?
A
improved our understanding on how we should protect/preserve environment . Ecotourism has raised awareness as well
7
Q
how have attitudes to resource depletion and pollution impacted?
A
people want to look after the planet and its resources. pollution is a health hazard e.g. now eat Pollock instead of cod
