Uses of cold environments

Question 1

What are the three main uses of glacial and periglacial landscapes?

Answer 1

• Spiritual and religious behaviour, e.g. Buddhists in Tibet
• Wilderness recreation, e.g. Skiing becoming popular within european families
• Polar scientific research, e.g. Thin atmosphere and unaffected environment makes it ideal for true study of the atmosphere and environment

Question 2

Using snowdonia as an example, what are some uses of cold environments?

Answer 2

• Upland sheep farms
• Coniferous tree plantations
• Tourism

Question 3

Using iceland as an example, what are some uses of cold environments

Answer 3

• Fishing provides a major source of employment
• Hydro electric power and geothermal power provide electricity for aluminium smelters
• Tourism