Kenya Flashcards

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1
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What is the average temperature?

A

35/40 degrees

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2
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Why are the high temperatures an issue?

A
  • Droughts
  • Desertification
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3
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Average precipitation?

A

900mm per year

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4
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What is a stable food in Kenya?

A

Maize

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5
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What is Kenya’s cash crop?

A

Tea and coffee is exported

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6
Q

How many are facing food insecurity?

A

44 million

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7
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How much of the land is arid?

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80%

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8
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Why is arid land a problem?

A

Hard to grow food - Disrupts food production for local consumption and cash crops

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