Geopolitics (AQA A-Level Geography): Quizzes
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Which country plays an increasingly central role in worldwide mining and metals production?
Which country plays an increasingly central role in worldwide mining and metals production?
China
Why does demand for certain minerals remain relatively stable regardless of price changes?
Why does demand for certain minerals remain relatively stable regardless of price changes?
Limited substitute materials exist
What development has enabled transport of bulk mineral commodities in greater quantities?
What development has enabled transport of bulk mineral commodities in greater quantities?
Large ocean-going vessels
In which direction do mineral ore trade flows predominantly move?
In which direction do mineral ore trade flows predominantly move?
Developing to developed countries
What is the 'resource curse' (paradox of plenty)?
What is the 'resource curse' (paradox of plenty)?
Resource-rich countries grow slower
What action did Indonesia take to maximise benefits from its mineral wealth?
What action did Indonesia take to maximise benefits from its mineral wealth?
Banned export of unprocessed ores
What is 'Dutch disease' in the context of mineral extraction?
What is 'Dutch disease' in the context of mineral extraction?
Currency rise harming export competitiveness
Which railway did China help restore in Angola as part of its African investment?
Which railway did China help restore in Angola as part of its African investment?
Benguela railway
What happened to UK steelworks like Redcar due to Chinese steel production?
What happened to UK steelworks like Redcar due to Chinese steel production?
Faced closure or closure threats
What minimum project lifespan do mining TNCs typically target?
What minimum project lifespan do mining TNCs typically target?
At least 20 years