Malaysian rain forest Flashcards
1
Q
Name reasons for deforestation
A
- Cattle ranching
- Farming
- Making space for roads
- logging
- mining
2
Q
When was Malaysia the world’s largest timber provider?
A
1980s
3
Q
What are the benefits of the Bakum Dam?
A
- Provides energy for the industrial peninsula of Malaysia
- Low CO2 emissions
4
Q
What reasons are there for deforestation in malaysia?
A
- mineral extraction of mainly tin
- Palm oil farms
- Population pressure
5
Q
What are the problems with the Bakum Dam?
A
-flooded 700km of forest
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6
Q
What are some of the impacts of deforestation
A
Causes soil erosion
Reduces biodiversity
Impacts local and global climate
7
Q
What are some economic gains of deforestation in Malaysia
A
Job creation
Tax revenue
Improved infrastructure for tourism
Hydro electric power is cheap and plentiful
Has valuable minerals (tin, oil and gas)
