Indigenous Populations and the Impact of Lake Disappearance

These flashcards cover key vocabularies related to indigenous populations and the environmental changes affecting their livelihoods.

Fulus

An older indigenous group from the Andes that predates the arrival of the Quechua and the Iguanas.

Evapotranspiration

The process involving the evaporation of water from the soil and transpiration from plants; increased rates can lead to drier conditions.

Quechua

A dominant indigenous population in the Andes that has land to grow food, unlike the Fulus who have been marginalized.

Climate Change

A significant alteration in temperature and precipitation patterns that affects ecosystems and indigenous ways of life.

Algal Blooms

Rapid growth of algae in water bodies, which can produce toxins that affect water quality and wildlife.

Mining Water Use

The consumption of local water resources for mineral processing, leading to reduced availability for communities.

Urbanization

The shift of populations from rural to urban areas, often resulting in increased demand on water resources.

Lake Disappearance

The significant reduction or complete drying up of Lake Ojo, affecting local ecosystems and indigenous livelihoods.

Chilean Flamingos

A type of bird that inhabits high elevation areas around lakes in South America; affected by changes in water levels.

Cultural Survival

The ability of a community to maintain its cultural practices and language amidst external pressures.