Chapter 7 Flashcards
(14 cards)
What are extremists?
People with extreme political or religious views
Extremism can manifest in various forms, including political, religious, or ideological beliefs.
What is cloud seeding?
A weather modification technique that involves adding small particles, like silver iodide, to clouds to increase rain or snow
Cloud seeding is often used to enhance precipitation in arid regions.
What does it mean to diversify?
Develop a wider range, like more ways to earn income
Diversification can apply to investments, business strategies, and personal finance.
What is hydroponics?
Growing plants in water that contains the nutrients they need
Hydroponics is an innovative agricultural method that can lead to faster plant growth and higher yields.
What is desalination?
A process in which sea water is turned into fresh water
Desalination is crucial for providing fresh water in arid regions or where freshwater sources are limited.
What are absolute monarchs?
A monarch who has complete control over his or her people
Absolute monarchies often lack democratic processes and can be found in various regions around the world.
What is a biome?
A large area with a similar climate, plants, and animals
Biomes include ecosystems such as deserts, forests, and grasslands.
What is the Rub’ al Khali?
Empty quarter
The Rub’ al Khali is a vast desert in the Arabian Peninsula, known for its harsh conditions.
What is the Nile?
World’s longest river (6650 km)
The Nile flows through multiple countries in northeastern Africa and is vital for agriculture and water supply.
What is Mount Damavand?
In Iran, it is the Middle East’s highest peak (5671 m)
Mount Damavand is a prominent symbol in Persian culture and is a popular destination for climbers.
What is Mount Ararat?
Turkey’s tallest mountain
Mount Ararat is traditionally associated with the biblical story of Noah’s Ark.
What is an exclave?
Part of a country that is cut off from the main part
Exclaves can pose unique political and logistical challenges for governance and access.
Geopolitics
How human ans geographical factors shapw the relationships between countries, for example a cpuntry may want to stay friendly with a country that borders it
Sanction
Penalties a country places on another country to punish it, for ex: it may refuse ro buy goods from that country
