Sustainable Development (OCR GCSE Geography B (Geography for Enquiring Minds)): Quizzes
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What does China now prioritise in its development approach?
What does China now prioritise in its development approach?
Quality of growth
Which environmental trend occurs as GDP increases?
Which environmental trend occurs as GDP increases?
CO₂ levels in the atmosphere increase
When did environmental indicators show particularly rapid exponential increases?
When did environmental indicators show particularly rapid exponential increases?
Since 1950
What is a key benefit of transitioning from manufacturing to service industries?
What is a key benefit of transitioning from manufacturing to service industries?
Less pollution than heavy manufacturing
Where does China face severe water scarcity?
Where does China face severe water scarcity?
Northern regions
What characterises improving water efficiency as a management strategy?
What characterises improving water efficiency as a management strategy?
Requires less infrastructure
What advantage does gas have over coal for energy production?
What advantage does gas have over coal for energy production?
Produces less CO₂ and air pollution
What is a drawback of transitioning to renewable energy like wind and solar?
What is a drawback of transitioning to renewable energy like wind and solar?
Substantial upfront costs
What major benefit comes from banning cars from city centres?
What major benefit comes from banning cars from city centres?
Dramatically reduces air pollution
Which is NOT one of the three pillars of sustainable development?
Which is NOT one of the three pillars of sustainable development?
Manufacturing expansion