Superpowers Lesson 8: Global Concern For The Physical Environment Influenced By Superpowers Flashcards
What are the 4 main environmental impacts of superpowers?
- Landscape scarring
- Oil spills
- Removal of forests
- The built-up environment
When were mines closed in the UK?
20th century
What mine was opened in the UK, when and for what resource?
Drakeland’s Pit, Devon
2015
Tungsten
Why was this mine opened in the UK?
Supply a much needed resource to the USA and China
What are the environmental impacts of mining?
- Noise and air pollution from extraction
- Groundwater contamination from the use of other chemicals in the extraction process
Reduction in biodiversity and loss of flora and fauna
What drilling rig exploded in the Gulf of Mexico and when?
BP’s Deepwater Horizon
2010
How much oil escaped in the disaster?
450 million litres
What were the environmental impacts of the oil spill?
- Sea and coastlines polluted
- Oil along with the chemicals used to disperse the spill damaged marine life and other coastal habitats
- Reduced biodiversity
How much did Brazil’s food consumption increase by between 2002-12?
26%
How much did beef exports increase by in Brazil?
10x
How high in the world is Brazil ranked for ranching?
2nd largest
How much water is required to produce 1kg of beef?
15 000 L
How much water is required to produce 1kg of wheat?
1250 L
What are the environmental impacts of forest removal?
-Loss of biodiversity as forests are converted to cropland and pasture - monoculture often seen
- Increased carbon footprint and water insecurity
Which large cities does air pollution exceed WHO limits?
Beijing, Shanghai, Mumbai and Delhi
