Tertiary Economic Activities (Leaving Cert Geography): Flashcards
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What percentage of the workforce is in the tertiary sector?
What percentage of the workforce is in the tertiary sector?
70% of the workforce works in the tertiary sector.
What are two major parts of the tertiary sector in Paris?
What are two major parts of the tertiary sector in Paris?
Tourism and transport are two major parts.
What role does Paris's core status play in tourism?
What role does Paris's core status play in tourism?
It enhances tourism by fostering development and accessibility.
How many tourists does the Eiffel Tower attract yearly?
How many tourists does the Eiffel Tower attract yearly?
The Eiffel Tower draws around 9 million tourists annually.
Name a theme park located near Paris.
Name a theme park located near Paris.
Disneyland Paris is a popular nearby theme park.
What is a key feature of Paris's transport network?
What is a key feature of Paris's transport network?
Paris has a radial transport network as a central hub.
What is the TGV known for?
What is the TGV known for?
The TGV offers high-speed transport up to 300 km/h.
How much has the Paris Basin's population grown since 1921?
How much has the Paris Basin's population grown since 1921?
The population has doubled to 21 million since 1921.
What is France's current birth rate compared to replacement level?
What is France's current birth rate compared to replacement level?
France's birth rate is 1.9, above the replacement level.
What problems do immigrants face in Paris?
What problems do immigrants face in Paris?
They face housing issues, job discrimination, and isolation.