Restles Earth - The Alps

Question 1

How are the forests used in the alps

Answer 1

The trees in the alps offer a large supply of wood, which is used for construction

Question 2

How is tourism used in the alps?

Answer 2

Skiing (in the winter)
Base jumping (in the summer)
Tourists admire the alps' scenery

Question 3

How is HEP (hydro-electric power) used in the alps

Answer 3

Supplies power to nearby towns and cities

Uses the water to generate electricity (renewable source)

Question 4

How have these problems been solved in the Alps?
A.Avalanches
B. High alpine roads
C. Poor visibility
D. Steep roads

Answer 4

A. Tunnels to protect the roads
B. Barriers to stop drivers driving off the roads
C. Solid line road markings
D. Hair pin bend roads

Question 5

What are problems with tunnels in the Alps and other fold mountains?

Answer 5

Expensive to construct

High risk of a tunnel fire

Question 6

How is farming used in the alps?

Answer 6

Transhumance dairy farming.
Cattle farming - graze on the mountains in the summer
Brought into valleys in winter