Thar desert Flashcards
Where is Thar desert
stretches across north west Inida into Pakistan, covers 200000km 2, most densely populated desert in world
What are the opportunities for development
mineral extraction, tourism, energy, farming,
what are the challenges for development in Thar
high temperatures, challenges for people, plants and animals, high rates of evaporation lead to water shortage, demand for water has increased, few rivers and streams
What is Indira Gandhi canal
main form of irrigation, source of fresh water, constructed in 1958 length of 650km, provides drinking water
Accessibility in Thar desert
high temperatures cause tarmac to melt, strong winds blow sand over roads
Why are trees planted
reduce erosion, bind soil together and leaves and branches provide shade
