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Year 9 geography
Biomes
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Ecosystem | A community of living organisms and their physical environment that interact with each other |
| Flora | Plants of a particular region |
| Fauna | Animals of a particular region |
| Biome | A large area on earth's surface classified according to its climate, elevation, soil type, and the flora and fauna living in it |
| The 5 types of biomes | Forest, desert, grassland, tundra and aquatic |
| What are the three forest classifications | Boreal, temperate and tropical |
| What are the three desert classifications | Hot, Cold, Coastal |
| What are the three grassland classifications | Savanna, Prairie, Steppe |
| What are the three tundra classifications | Arctic, Alpine, Antarctic |
| What are the three aquatic classifications | Freshwater, Marine, Estuarine |
| 3 impacts of palm oil production | -Deforestation -Loss of animal habitats -Air pollution from burning |
| Palm oil production | Palm oil production is when oil is made from the fruit of palm trees. It is used in food, soaps, and makeup. It can cause deforestation and harm animals if not done carefully. |
| Fair trade | Fairtrade is a system that ensures farmers and workers in developing countries are paid fairly and work in safe conditions while promoting sustainable practices. |
| What are 3 reasons we trade food from overseas | -Some foods don’t grow well in Australia’s climate. -To have a bigger variety of food all year round. -It can sometimes be cheaper to buy food from other countries. |
| What are the causes of environmental changes to biomes | Deforestation-cutting down trees harms animals& changes land. Climate change–rising temperatures affect plants and animals. Farming and mining–these can damage soil and water in biomes. Pollution–chemicals and waste can harm the land, air, and water. |
| What are the 6 steps in the food system | Production - growing crops and raising animals, Processing - transforming fresh food to finished product, Distribution - getting food from grower to buyer |
| What are the 6 steps in the food system (continued) | Retail - deciding price of food and selling or buying it, Consumption - cooking and eating food, Waste management - what happens to unwanted food |
| 2 changes to the Australian environment post colonization | Land clearing – large areas of forests and bushland were cleared for farms and towns & introduction of non native flora and fauna |
| Identify 3 endangered species due to palm oil production | Orangutan, Sumatran tiger, Pygmy elephant |
| 3 causes of food insecurity | Poor farming, War and conflict, Climate change |
| What are some technological advancements in developing countries help food production | Technological advancements help farmers in developing countries grow more food. Improved seeds and irrigation systems increase crop yields. Machines and mobile phones make farming easier and help farmers make better choices. |
| What is fairtrade | Fairtrade is a system that ensures farmers and workers in developing countries are paid fairly and work in safe conditions while promoting sustainable practices. |
| What are the social benefits of fair trade | Protect and support their livelihoods, land and health |
| What are the economic benefits of fair trade | They set a minimum price for crops that farmers are selling so they can't be exploited |
| What is the purpose of climate graphs | The purpose of climate graphs is to show the average temperature and rainfall of a place throughout the year. |
| What is the plant called that was a food staple for the Wurundjeri people | Myrrnong Yam Daisy |
| What led to food insecurity when Australia was colonised | The sheep that was bought over began to eat the Myrrnong Yam Daisy |
| List the 4 environmental factors impacting crop yield | Water, landform, soil quality and climate |
| What does the World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF) do | Promote producers of palm oil to do it sustainably and promote buyers of palm oil to only buy from producers who have farmed in sustainably |
| What are sustainable development goals | The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are 17 global goals set by the United Nations to help end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity for everyone by 2030. |
| List the first 5 SDGs | 1. No Poverty 2. Zero Hunger 3. Good Health and Well-being 4. Quality Education 5. Gender Equality |
| What are human and environmental factors that affect crop yields | Human factors include using fertilizers, irrigation, and modern machines; environmental factors include good soil, enough rainfall, and suitable weather. |
| What is an example of accessibility? (Human factor impacting crop yield) | Transport |
| What is an example of agricultural technology? (Human factor impacting crop yield) | Genetically modified crops |
| How does food security differ between European Australians and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people | European Australians usually have good access to safe and healthy food, but many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people face food insecurity due to remote living areas, high food prices, and limited access to fresh food. |
| Why is rice production important in Asia, and how is it grown | Rice is a main food in Asia, and the region grows more rice than anywhere else. It is mostly grown in warm, wet areas in flooded fields called paddies, especially in countries like China, India, and those in Southeast Asia. |
| Factors affecting rice production ins Asia | Ideal conditions in Asia include high temperatures, large amounts of water, flat land and fertile soil |
| 3 examples of human/technological factors affecting crop yields | - Irrigation systems - Agricultural technology - Pest and disease control |
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