Case Study: Causes, Impacts and Implications of Desertification for Local Scale Sustainable Development (AQA A-Level Geography): Quizzes
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What is the average annual rainfall in the Touat-Adrar region?
What is the average annual rainfall in the Touat-Adrar region?
50 mm
What was the life expectancy for females in Algeria by 2020?
What was the life expectancy for females in Algeria by 2020?
78 years
At what rate is Algeria's population expanding per year?
At what rate is Algeria's population expanding per year?
Almost 2%
How far upstream is the main well of a foggaras system typically dug?
How far upstream is the main well of a foggaras system typically dug?
Approximately 2.5 km
What is the downward incline of foggaras underground pipes?
What is the downward incline of foggaras underground pipes?
About 1-2 mm/m
How often are access and vent shafts constructed along the foggaras?
How often are access and vent shafts constructed along the foggaras?
Every 20-30 metres
What is a kesria in the foggaras water distribution system?
What is a kesria in the foggaras water distribution system?
A comb-like stone device dividing water
What is the name of the outlet canal where water emerges at the oasis?
What is the name of the outlet canal where water emerges at the oasis?
Sequia
What key advantage does underground water flow in foggaras provide?
What key advantage does underground water flow in foggaras provide?
Virtually no loss through evaporation
When did active NGO collaboration begin in the Touat-Adrar region?
When did active NGO collaboration begin in the Touat-Adrar region?
2017 and 2018