Alaska Flashcards
1
Q
Name 4 economic opportunities in Alaska
A
Fishing, Tourism, Mineral Extraction and the Oil and Gas industry
2
Q
What is the name of the 1,000km stretch of gold mines called in Alaska?
A
The “Tintina Gold Belt”
3
Q
How much does mineral extraction make for Alaska’s GDP?
A
$12.8bn
4
Q
How much is the fishing industry worth in Alaska?
A
$12.8bn
5
Q
What are 3 challenges to living in Alaska?
A
Buildings and Infrastructure (solifluction) Inaccessibility Extreme temperatures Natural Disasters Inability to grow crops (thermokarst)
6
Q
How long is the Trans-Alaska Pipeline?
A
800 miles long
7
Q
How much oil can the pipeline transport when in full operation?
A
17 billion barrels worth.
