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2 marksResource Consumption, Urbanisation, and Sustainability

CAPE Environmental Science Unit 1 · 2012 · Paper 2 · Question 4(a)(i)

Table 2 presents data on environmental impacts (deforestation, introduction of exotic species, pollution) of over-consumption of natural resources in Country A and Country B.

In which country will there be a greater impact on natural habitats? Give a reason for your answer.

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  1. 4(a)(ii)In which country will there be a greater displacement of native species? Give a reason for your answer.[2 marks]
  2. 4(b)Outline ONE way in which a change in lifestyle can mitigate the impacts identified in Table 2.[3 marks]
  3. 4(c)Define the term 'sustainable development'.[2 marks]
  4. 4(d)Explain how high fertility rates may impact on a country's ability to achieve sustainable development.[6 marks]
  5. 4(e)(i)Suggest an appropriate fertility rate that would allow Caribbean countries to achieve sustainable development.[1 mark]
  6. 4(e)(ii)Justify your response in (e)(i).[4 marks]

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