lesson 9- lesson notes/ case studies Flashcards
1
Q
what did Newcastle do to the river and why?
A
they straightened it to relieve flooding as water flows out to sea quicker
2
Q
why is Venice sinking?
A
-it is floating
-abstraction reduces water below, so it sinks
3
Q
what is a unlocal impact of deforestation in the Amazon?
A
-impacts south west USA - less rainfall
->hoover dam at lowest ever level
4
Q
what is saltification?
A
plants draw up salt with water in the soil
-builds up near plants base, killing it
-farmers counteract with limes - need to be imported
