Sustaining Ecosystems (OCR GCSE Geography B (Geography for Enquiring Minds)): Quizzes
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What defines the Arctic as a fragile environment?
What defines the Arctic as a fragile environment?
It can be easily damaged by human activity
What portion of the Arctic is currently protected from human activities?
What portion of the Arctic is currently protected from human activities?
Only a small portion
What is identified as the most significant threat to the Arctic?
What is identified as the most significant threat to the Arctic?
Global warming
By when could the Arctic Ocean become ice-free in summer if current warming trends continue?
By when could the Arctic Ocean become ice-free in summer if current warming trends continue?
Mid-21st century
When was the Arctic Council established?
When was the Arctic Council established?
1996
What is the critical limitation of the Arctic Council?
What is the critical limitation of the Arctic Council?
No legal powers to enforce recommendations
How many countries signed the Paris Agreement in 2015?
How many countries signed the Paris Agreement in 2015?
195 countries
Which activity would the Arctic Sanctuary proposal NOT completely ban?
Which activity would the Arctic Sanctuary proposal NOT completely ban?
Shipping
Why would oil and gas drilling be banned under the Arctic Sanctuary proposal?
Why would oil and gas drilling be banned under the Arctic Sanctuary proposal?
To prevent oil spills & reduce impacts
What key advantage does the Paris Agreement have over the Arctic Council?
What key advantage does the Paris Agreement have over the Arctic Council?
It is legally binding