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4 marksEnvironmental Degradation and Resource Management

CSEC Geography · May/June 2006 · Paper 2 · Question 9(c)(ii)

Explain how each factor has influenced the location and development of EITHER the petrochemical industry OR the bauxite industry OR the oil-refining industry in the Caribbean:

Give TWO reasons why the conservation of natural resources is important to Caribbean countries.

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  1. 9(a)(i)Determine what percentage of energy used is derived from natural gas.[1 mark]
  2. 9(a)(ii)Identify which energy source provides 7% of the energy used.[1 mark]
  3. 9(a)(iii)Identify what is the major source of energy.[1 mark]
  4. 9(b)(i)Distinguish between 'non-renewable resources' and 'renewable resources'.[2 marks]
  5. 9(b)(ii)Describe TWO problems affecting the fishing industry in the Caribbean.[5 marks]
  6. 9(c)(i)a)Transport facilities.[3 marks]
  7. 9(c)(i)b)Raw materials.[3 marks]
  8. 9(c)(iii)Explain how policies by Caribbean governments have assisted in the development of the food processing industry.[4 marks]

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