Practice Physical Geography (2) - Unit 1: Foundations of Geography and Human Settlement

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Question 1.
What is a biome?
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Think about different types of ecosystems around the world.
Question 2.
Name one example of a climate zone.
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Which climate is characterized by high temperatures and plenty of rainfall?
3Question 3.
What process primarily forms mountains?
- Erosion
- Tectonic forces
- Volcanic activity
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Think about the forces that create high elevations.
4Question 4.
True or False: Tropical climates are characterized by cold temperatures and low rainfall.
- True
- False
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Recall the features of tropical ecosystems.
Question 5.
Discuss the long-term impacts of climate change on mountain and tundra biomes and how human activities can alleviate these effects.
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Consider both ecological and human solutions.
Question 6.
Evaluate how urbanization impacts different landforms and what strategies can be employed to manage these challenges.
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What creative approaches can cities use to grow sustainably?

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