Geography

Question 1

What is soft engineering in geography?

Answer 1

Soft engineering refers to environmentally friendly methods used to manage natural processes.

Question 2

What is hard engineering in geography?

Answer 2

Hard engineering involves the use of solid structures to control natural processes, often at a high cost.

Question 3

True or False: Soft engineering is typically more expensive than hard engineering.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Fill in the blank: Soft engineering techniques aim to work with ________ processes.

Answer 4

natural

Question 5

Name one example of a soft engineering technique.

Answer 5

Beach nourishment

Question 6

Name one example of a hard engineering technique.

Answer 6

Sea walls

Question 7

Which engineering method is more sustainable: soft engineering or hard engineering?

Answer 7

Soft engineering

Question 8

True or False: Hard engineering solutions can lead to increased erosion in surrounding areas.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

What is the primary goal of hard engineering?

Answer 9

To provide immediate and effective control over natural processes.

Question 10

List two advantages of soft engineering.

Answer 10

1. Environmentally friendly; 2. Generally less expensive.

Question 11

List two disadvantages of hard engineering.

Answer 11

1. High cost; 2. Can harm the environment.

Question 12

What type of engineering is most likely to involve the construction of dams?

Answer 12

Hard engineering

Question 13

Fill in the blank: Soft engineering often includes techniques like ________ planting.

Answer 13

vegetative

Question 14

What is a benefit of using soft engineering in flood management?

Answer 14

It enhances biodiversity and improves the landscape.

Question 15

True or False: Hard engineering methods are reversible.

Answer 15

False

Question 16

What is ‘managed retreat’ in the context of soft engineering?

Answer 16

Allowing certain areas to flood or erode naturally to protect more valuable areas.

Question 17

Which engineering method is more likely to adapt to changing conditions: soft or hard engineering?

Answer 17

Soft engineering

Question 18

What is the role of gabions in hard engineering?

Answer 18

To absorb wave energy and reduce erosion.

Question 19

Fill in the blank: Soft engineering often relies on ________ to stabilize coastlines.

Answer 19

natural materials

Question 20

What is an example of a hard engineering structure used in river management?

Answer 20

Levees

Question 21

True or False: Soft engineering solutions can take longer to show results compared to hard engineering.

Answer 21

True

Question 22

What is the main focus of soft engineering techniques?

Answer 22

To enhance and preserve natural processes.

Question 23

What is the concept of ‘sustainable development’ in relation to soft engineering?

Answer 23

Balancing ecological health with human needs for long-term benefits.

Question 24

True or False: Hard engineering solutions are often more visually appealing than soft engineering solutions.

Answer 24

False

Question 25

Fill in the blank: Soft engineering techniques can include ________ management.

Answer 25

flood

Question 26

What is the key difference between soft and hard engineering in terms of environmental impact?

Answer 26

Soft engineering typically has a lower environmental impact than hard engineering.