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YEAR 11 REVISION FOR UNIT 1: THE DYNAMIC PLANETTopic 1: Earthquakes and VolcanoesLook at the list of key vocabulary. Write down definitions of each of the words listed.Describe the theory of plate tectonics.Describe the characteristics of:Oceanic CrustContinental crustDraw a labelled diagram of the following plate boundaries:ConstructiveDestructiveCollisionConservativeName and locate a case-study for a) LEDC and b) MEDC earthquakesName and locate a case-study for a) LEDC and b) MEDC volcanoesDescribe the effects of:MEDC earthquakesLEDC earthquakesMEDC volcanic eruptionsLEDC volcanic eruptionsExplain the effects of tectonic hazards on people and the environmentExplain two economic effects of tectonic hazardsComplete these exam questions:Kashmir is in a developing country. Give two reasons why developing countries are very vulnerable to earthquake damage.The 2005 Kashmir earthquake happened on a destructive plate margin. Draw an accurate, labelled diagram of a destructive plate margin. (4)Explain why earthquakes happen on destructive plate margins. You may draw a diagram to help you with your answer.Mauna Loa is a shield volcano. Describe the features of a shield volcano. (2)Describe two hazards volcanic eruptions can create for people (2).Describe one way a region affected by earthquakes can prepare for this hazard (2)Using an example(s), describe the effects of earthquakes on people and property.(4)Topic 2: Climate and ChangeLook at the list of key vocabulary. Write down definitions of each of the words listed.What is the evidence that climates have been different in the past?Describe the human causes of climate change.Describe the natural causes of climate change.How has past climate change affected people and the environment?Draw a diagram to show:The Greenhouse EffectThe Enhanced Greenhouse EffectComplete the gapfill worksheet on the greenhouse effect and global warmingConstruct two graphs to illustrate the contributors of climate change (global warming gases)Describe the impact of climate change on the UK. Then, separate out into a) economic, b) social and c) environmental impacts.Describe the impact of climate change on LEDC countries, such as Bangladesh. Then, separate out into a) economic, b) social and c) environmental plete these exam questions:Climate change might make some people in Canada poorer. Suggest two ways in which this might happen. (2)Describe two ways in which climate change in Canada may put people’s lives at risk.Describe one natural cause of climate change. (2)Explain the possible economic impacts of climate change on a named country. (4)Describe one way in which climate change could cause the level of water in the river to change.Explain how future climate change in Canada may increasingly put people’s lives at risk. (4)Give two reasons why developing countries often produce less carbon dioxide than developed countries Describe how two human actions may have led to higher carbon dioxide levels.Explain the likely impact of climate change on the environment of either the UKor Bangladesh. (4)Using examples of countries and human activities, explain why levels of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere are rising (6 marks)Explain why predictions about future global temperatures and sea levels are uncertain (6)Topic 3: Battle for BiosphereLook at the list of key vocabulary. Write down definitions of each of the words plete the worksheets:Distribution of world biomesMarine and continental climatesComparing world biomesHow the biosphere serves youList 7 characteristics of rainforest plete some research on endangered animals –complete the endangered animals worksheetComplete the worksheets threats to the biosphereMass extinctionImpact of climate changeHow can we conserve the biosphereComplete these past exam questionsDescribe the distribution of tropical forestsSuggest two reasons for this distribution.Forests are ecosystems. Suggest two ways in which humans could protect EcosystemsSuggest two reasons why many rainforest areas are being cut down (deforestation). (2)Describe two effects of deforestation on the environment (4)The destruction of some forests has made us more aware of the benefits they can provide. Explain the value of a biome you have studied (4)Using examples, describe how the biosphere provides people with a range of goods and services (4)Describe one way of conserving threatened environmentsUsing named examples explain how sustainable management can help conserve the biosphere (6)Using named examples explain two different methods of conserving ecosystems (6)Using named examples explain how the biosphere is being threatened by direct and indirect actions (6)Using named examples how demand for resources threatens biodiversity (6)Explain the value of one biome you have studied (6)Topic 4: Water WorldLook at the list of key vocabulary. Write down definitions of each of the words listed.Print out the hydrological cycle diagram, and add the missing labels.Why has there been a decline in the availability and quality of water?Look at the case-study of the Three Gorges Dam. Complete the activity sheet on the Three Gorges Dam. Explain the impacts of the scheme in terms of economy, social and environmentally.Read the text regarding drought in the Sahel. Define desertificationWrite out the causes of desertification and separate out into human and physical.Next, describe the impact of desertification on people and the environment.Describe how deforestation can impact on the hydrological plete the worksheet ‘interfering in the hydrological cycle’Complete notes on the study of Kielder plete the worksheets – Solving the problem of water supply. Benefits and problems of large scale water projectsWater management scheme questionsDraw the picture of the hand-pump – a sustainable scheme for water supplies in LEDCs. Add in the labels for the hand-dug pump. Then construct a venn diagram, with two circles, one labelled ‘social’, the other ‘economic’. Add the statements to the venn diagramComplete these past questions:Give one reason a the pumpkin tank is suitable for use in the developing world.Explain how the pumpkin tank is an example of intermediate technology (2)Suggest two problems the people shown might experience if they have a poor water supply.Describe two ways in which human activities can reduce water supplies.Using examples, explain how human activity can reduce water suppliesUsing a named example, describe the benefits and costs of a large scale water management project. (4)Suggest two benefits of large scale water management projects such as the Tarbela Dam. (4)Using an example(s), explain why small scale solutions to managing water supplies are often sustainable. (4)Explain why the hydrological cycle is a ‘closed system’Describe how the hydrological cycle links the biosphere, atmosphere and lithosphere (4)Using examples explain how climate change is likely to alter the hydrological cycle (6)Using a named example, explain how an unreliable water supply affects people in vulnerable areas (6)Using named examples explain how pollution threatens water quality (4)Using named examples explain why pollution threatens water quality (6)Using named examples, show how different water uses can have unintended effects (4)Using named examples, examine how human activities can disrupt water supply and quality (6Using a named example, explain the benefits and costs of a large scale water management project. (6)Using examples show how big dams can bring either costs or benefits (4)Using named examples explain how water use could be made more sustainable (4)Using named examples explain how small-scale intermediate technology can improve water suppliesTopic 5: Coastal ChangeLook at the list of key vocabulary. Write down definitions of each of the words listed.Watch the video about how waves form. Draw your own diagram to show how waves form. Add in a suitable explanation. Watch the video about constructive and destructive waves. Describe the differences.Watch the video about the formation of headlands and bays and then about formation of various coastal landforms. Draw your own diagram to show the formation of fault, cave, arch, stack and stump.After watching the video Coastal Landforms GCSE Revision with Case Studies, complete the coastal deposition and depositional features worksheetsWatch the video on coastal management – and then, complete the linked worksheet.Work out some statements to describe who might be in favour of hard engineering, and who might not be in favour of hard plete ‘the choices’ worksheet. Complete these exam questions: Describe the difference between attrition and abrasion (2)Explain how cliffs are eroded.Using named examples explain the differences between discordant and concordant coastlines (6)Describe the difference between swash and backwash (2)Explain how beach formation can depend on different kinds of waves (6)Explain the process of longshore drift. You may use a diagram to help you (6)Use examples to explain how sea level rise could threaten people and their property (6)Describe the difference between weathering and erosion (2)Using a named example, explain why coastlines experience rapid erosion (6)Using named examples examine the costs and benefits of hard and soft engineering coastal defences (8)Using named examples explain how coastal management decisions can lead to conflict at the coast (6)Using examples, explain how rapid erosion on coastlines might be managed (6)Using named examples, explain how rapid erosion on coastlines can be managed using traditional and more modern strategies. (6)For two different types of sea defences, explain how they reduce erosion. (6)Name and describe one process of coastal erosionUsing named examples, explain the costs of two different methods of coastal management. (6)Explain how a spit is formed. You may draw a diagram(s) to help your answer. Topic 8: Extreme EnvironmentsLook at the list of key vocabulary. Write down definitions of each of the words plete the atmospheric circulation gap-fillPrint out the sheets about adaptations. Complete to show how each one has adapted to the extreme environment in AustraliaWatch the BBC Class clips videos and make notes on:Animals have adapted to demands in hot climatesPlants have adapted to demands in hot climatesHumans have adapted to demands in hot climatesComplete the worksheet about Aboriginal people – valuing people and cultureRead the statements about the impact of climate change in Australia. Sort into economic, social and environmentalNow, attempt these past questions:Using examples, describe the key physical characteristics of either polar or hot arid areas. (6)For either plants or animals, describe how they have adapted to either extreme climate. (6)Using named examples, explain how local and global actions are helping to ensure the survival of either extreme cold or hot arid environments. Using named examples, explain why flora and fauna in extreme environments are vulnerable to a changing climate.Describe one problem faced by people living in areas of extreme climateFor a named hot arid or polar region, explain how life is changing for its people. (6)Giving examples explain how people cope with living in an extreme environment (4)Describe how the culture and values (way of life) of people living in extreme climates can be considered unique. (6)Using examples, explain the value of traditional culture in extreme parts of the world. (6 marks)Using examples, explain how people can overcome problems of drought, in one extreme climate you have studied. (6 marks)For a named extreme environment, explain how local communities have tried to achieve sustainability. (6)Using examples describe the key characteristics of either hot arid environments or cold arid environments (6 marks)Using examples, explain how people can overcome problems of drought, in one extreme climate you have studied. (6 marks)Using a named example explain how intermediate technology can help people adapt to the changing climate (4)Using named examples explain why local and global actions against climate change are needed in extreme environments. ................
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