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1
Q

How have farming methods adapted to the extreme environment of Siberia?

A

Less reliance on agriculture (permafrost) and shift in focus to animal rearing. Ultra-violet lamps and greenhouses used for any crops.

2
Q

How have building styles adapted to the extreme environment of Siberia?

A

Building are on stilts (avoid instability in summer) and tend to have a steep pitched roof (snow falls off)?

3
Q

How has transportation been adapted to the extreme environment of Siberia?

A

Vehicles have snow chains for extra grip and sometimes are left on (in case they don’t start again)

4
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How has clothing been adapted to suit the extreme environment of Siberia?

A

Hats and coats utilize adaptations of nature - using hollow fur coats which help insulate. Snow shoes provide larger surface area for walking on snow.

5
Q

How has energy production and use been adapted to suit the extreme environment of Siberia?

A

Energy pipelines are on stilts to protect against melting permafrost. Preferably use geothermal energy if available as its easier.

6
Q

What percentage of the Sakha Republic is covered in permafrost?

A

40%

7
Q

What are the average winter temperatures in the Sakha Republic (Siberia)?

A

-35oC

8
Q

How have flora adapted to this extreme environment?

A
  • Thick bark (strong wind).
  • Evergreen needle leaves (all year round
    photosynthesis and limits transpiration water loss).
  • Cone shaped (snow falls off)
9
Q

How have fauna adapted to this extreme environment?

A
  • Caribou have hollow hair (insulation)
  • and wide feet (surface area for snow walking)
  • Foxes and Rabbits have small ears (limit heat loss)
  • and white fur (camouflage)
10
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Who are the indigenous population of the Sakha Republic (Siberia?)

A

Yakuts (as region also known as Yakutia)