TP04 Flashcards
Aquifer?
An natural underground rock structure which holds groundwater.
Water stress?
Where a country or area cannot meet its demand for fresh water.
Water surplus?
Where a country or area exceeds its demand for fresh water.
Poverty?
The state of being poor.
Poverty line?
Where a sum of money is used to define the level of poverty in a country
Inequality?
When wealth and access to services are not shared equally.
Add value?
Process something in a way that increases its value; so you can charge more.
Adult literacy rate?
The % of the population aged 15 and over who can read and write a simple sentence about everyday life.
Arid?
Very dry; receives little or no rain
Bedrock?
The solid rock underlying the soil.
Biodiversity?
The variety of living things in a place.
Biomass?
Plant or animal material used as fuel; for example, wood or waste from farms.
Biome?
A large area with a similar climate, plants ,and animals.
Carbon neutral?
Adding no carbon dioxide to the atmosphere
Cash crop?
A crop you grow for sale.
Climate change?
All aspects of climate are changing because earth is getting warmer.
Climate zone?
A large area with roughly the same climate throughout (so it will have the same vegetation and animals too).
Commodities?
Agricultural produce and natural materials, sold in bulk.
Conflict?
A serious disagreement, which may lead to violence and even war.
Corruption?
Dishonest conduct by people in official positions; for example, they may accept bribes.
Desalination plant?
Where seawater is turned into fresh water, by removing its salt.
Desert?
Gets very little rain; it can be a hot or cold desert, and sandy or rocky.
Development?
A process of change to improve peoples lives.
Developing country?
It’s people are poor, on average, and lack many services.
