4 Geographical Skills Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
Advantages
A
Gently sloping land reduces construction costs (easier to build on)
Close to main road, easy for construction lorries to access
Parking spaces near site for tourists
Room for expansion
Good accessibility, no roads need built
2
Q
Disadvantages
A
Difficult for large machinery, built up surroundings
No train station nearby for people without cars
Damaging to environment, strong opposition from conservationists
3
Q
Impacts
A
Construction vehicles cause problems for vehicle- pollution/congestion
Things removed upsets locals
Construction provides jobs
Long term jobs provided by other services
Population growth, need for more services built
