u2 exam

Question 1

define sustainable development:

Answer 1

development that satisfies the needs of the present with out depleting resources for future generations

Question 2

define renewable energy:

Answer 2

energy that can be obtained by natural resources that can be constantly replenished
eg: wind energy- windmills

Question 3

define integrated faming:

Answer 3

an approach to farming combining traditional methods with modern technology to achieve higher levels of productivity without increasing the environmental impact

Question 4

evaluate urbanisation:

Answer 4

pos: preservation of habitats due to parks & reserves
neg: habitat damage due to building of parks & roads etc.
i think that due to the disturbance & destruction of habitats, tat urbanisation defiantly negatively impacts the environment

Question 5

define minimal impact:

Answer 5

the aim to protect & have as little environmental impact as possible, from when the trip begins until when you get home.

Question 6

built environment:

Answer 6

areas that have been modified by people including building, parks & transport systems.
eg: can also include indoor rock climbing centres, artificial surfing reefs & indoor snow- skiing centres.