Case Studies 1(Unit1)

What is the primary economic activity in Snowdonia?

Tourism, with 3.89 million visitors in 2015.

Which towns in Snowdonia were historically centered around slate quarrying?

Blaenau Ffestiniog and Llanberis.

What type of farming is most suited to Snowdonia's terrain?

Sheep farming.

What percentage of Snowdonia's land is used for forestry?

Over 15%.

What negative impact does tourism have in Snowdonia?

Severe footpath erosion and littering.

How much was tourism worth to Snowdonia's economy in 2013?

Over £430 million.

What is the main cause of deforestation in Malaysia?

Logging, responsible for 80% of deforestation in Borneo.

What is the primary crop produced from commercial farming in Malaysia?

Palm oil.

What is one positive economic impact of rainforest exploitation in Malaysia?

Generated US$14.52 billion for the Malaysian economy.

What is a significant negative consequence of deforestation in Malaysia?

Biodiversity loss, with 18% of endemic species endangered.

What is the purpose of Malaysia's Selective Management System (SMS)?

To assess and selectively harvest trees while ensuring sustainability.

What is the main mineral extracted in the Thar Desert?

Gypsum, feldspar, phosphorite, and kaolin.

What type of farming is predominant in the Thar Desert?

Subsistence farming, mainly livestock rearing.

What is one method used to combat desertification in the Thar Desert?

Stabilizing shifting sand dunes using local shrub material.

What was a major cause of the 2013-14 flood event in the Somerset Levels?

High precipitation and low-lying land.

What immediate response was taken during the 2013-14 floods in Somerset?

Evacuations of residents and livestock.

What long-term management strategy was implemented in Somerset after the floods?

Creation of the Somerset Rivers Authority for flood protection.

What is one method used to improve flood management in Somerset?

River dredging to remove silt from rivers.

What is the purpose of shelterbelt plantations in the Thar Desert?

To reduce wind velocity and prevent soil erosion.

What is the ecological significance of the pygmy elephant in Malaysia?

It plays an important role in seed dispersal for certain species.

What is one of the main challenges faced by farmers in Snowdonia?

The cold, wet climate limits agricultural diversity.

How many people were employed directly by tourism in Snowdonia in 2013?

Over 6,900 people.

What is one of the main reasons for the increase in house prices in Snowdonia?

Demand for second homes and holiday homes.

What is the significance of the Dinorwig power plant?

It is housed in a disused quarry in Llanberis.

What is the impact of climate change on flooding in Somerset?

Increased risk of flooding due to higher sea levels and precipitation.

What is ecotourism in the context of Malaysia's rainforest?

Tourism that allows visitors to experience the environment and local cultures sustainably.

What is the role of the Forest Stewardship Council?

To certify wood products from sustainable sources.

What is the impact of overgrazing in the Thar Desert?

It contributes to desertification and land degradation.

What is the Physical Geography enquiry for Snowdonia? (Physical landscapes of the UK)

How and why do the channel and bed load characteristics of the Afon Glaslyn change downstream?

What is the Human Geography enquiry for Snowdonia? (Urban Issues and Challenges)

What evidence is there to suggest that the regeneration of Caernarfon has been successful?

What is the Human Geography enquiry for Snowdonia? (Physical Landscapes of the UK alternative)

How do the impacts of tourism vary between Llanberis and Beddgelert, Snowdonia?