Environmental Problems in China (OCR GCSE Geography B (Geography for Enquiring Minds)): Quizzes
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What policy did China follow for many years regarding economic development?
What policy did China follow for many years regarding economic development?
Grow first, clean up later
By how much have average temperatures across China risen in the past century?
By how much have average temperatures across China risen in the past century?
1.1°C
How much has northern China warmed since 1960?
How much has northern China warmed since 1960?
0.7°C
At what rate are temperatures rising in the Himalayas?
At what rate are temperatures rising in the Himalayas?
0.3°C every ten years
Which two major Chinese cities face increased flood risk from rising sea levels?
Which two major Chinese cities face increased flood risk from rising sea levels?
Shanghai and Hong Kong
Which river valley in eastern China experiences severe flooding from intense summer rainfall?
Which river valley in eastern China experiences severe flooding from intense summer rainfall?
Yangtze River
What are the two main causes of severe air pollution in China's cities?
What are the two main causes of severe air pollution in China's cities?
Vehicle exhaust and burning coal
Which two health problems are increased by air pollution in China?
Which two health problems are increased by air pollution in China?
Lung disease and heart disease
What are the two main sources of water pollution in China?
What are the two main sources of water pollution in China?
Industrial waste and sewage
What process removes dried topsoil during desertification in northern China?
What process removes dried topsoil during desertification in northern China?
Wind erosion