Human activity (Edexcel GCSE Geography A): Flashcards
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Location of settlements in glaciated uplands
Location of settlements in glaciated uplands
Valleys (for shelter & easier access)
Primary farming type in glaciated uplands
Primary farming type in glaciated uplands
Hill sheep farming & beef cattle grazing
Effects of overgrazing in uplands
Effects of overgrazing in uplands
Vegetation damage & increased soil erosion
Tree type planted for commercial timber in uplands
Tree type planted for commercial timber in uplands
Conifer trees
What conifer plantations reduce in uplands
What conifer plantations reduce in uplands
Biodiversity (create monoculture ecosystems)
Why uplands are ideal for reservoirs
Why uplands are ideal for reservoirs
High rainfall & U-shaped valleys
Impact of reservoir construction on environment
Impact of reservoir construction on environment
Destroys existing habitats & eliminates ecosystems
What tourism provides to upland communities
What tourism provides to upland communities
Employment opportunities & supports rural economy
Problem caused by large numbers of walkers
Problem caused by large numbers of walkers
Footpath erosion
Types of renewable energy in uplands
Types of renewable energy in uplands
Hydroelectric power (HEP) & wind farms
Benefit of renewable energy projects
Benefit of renewable energy projects
Produce clean electricity without pollution
What conservation programmes protect in uplands
What conservation programmes protect in uplands
Fragile ecosystems & rare plant/wildlife species
What conservation efforts require
What conservation efforts require
Substantial financial investment & ongoing funding
Impact of clearing trees in upland settlements
Impact of clearing trees in upland settlements
Increased soil erosion & altered landscape appearance
Visual impact of wind turbines in uplands
Visual impact of wind turbines in uplands
Changes natural landscape (prominent features)