Paper 3 Flashcards
What is the role of forests in mitigating climate change?
Convert CO₂ into biomass, carbon sinks.
How do forests contribute to climate regulation?
Balance CO₂ levels, stabilize climate.
How do forests influence water management?
Promote infiltration, reduce runoff, recharge groundwater.
What role do forests play in cloud formation?
Transpiration and evaporation affect local climates.
Why are Small Island Developing States (SIDS) vulnerable to climate change?
Rising sea levels and increased storm intensity.
How do development indicators assess a country’s growth?
Measure human and economic progress, inequality.
How does income impact a country’s development?
Higher incomes improve access to services.
What does a youthful population indicate about development?
High birth rates, low development levels.
How does resource dependence affect economic stability?
Leads to poverty despite wealth, increases inequality.
Why is evaluating data important in research?
Ensures reliability and validity of findings.
Why are time period comparisons necessary in data analysis?
Ensures valid correlations by consistent timelines.
What is the issue with small sample sizes in research?
Small samples often yield unreliable results.
Why is environmental data often unreliable?
Relies on estimates, leading to inaccuracies.
How does subjectivity affect data collection?
Framing questions can introduce bias.
Why is correlation not equivalent to causation?
Further analysis is needed to understand relationships.
How does poor education impact economic growth?
Limits skilled workforce development, hinders growth.
How does military spending vary by nation?
Wealth does not always correlate with spending.
What impact does colonialism have on education and economics?
Suppresses education, creates economic disparities.
How do resource-driven conflicts arise?
Control over resources fuels power struggles.
What role do Transnational Corporations (TNCs) play in local economies?
Exploit resources, limit local economic benefits.
Why are energy-dependent nations vulnerable?
Susceptible to market fluctuations and tensions.
What is the resource curse?
Resource wealth leads to slower economic growth.
Why is transitioning to renewables difficult?
Existing dependence on fossil fuels complicates change.
How do economic growth and environmental protection conflict?
Economic needs often clash with sustainability goals.
What is the role of International Governmental Organizations (IGOs)?
Impact global policies, face coordination challenges.
How does historical emissions affect climate negotiations?
Developed nations hold power, marginalizing developing countries.
How does climate change impact inequality?
Disproportionately affects developing nations’ responsibilities.
Why is international cooperation essential for climate change mitigation?
Requires collective action and shared responsibilities.
