standard of living Flashcards
(15 cards)
What is the standard of living?
People’s access to things such as goods and services that make life more comfortable.
What characterizes modern societies?
A society that is industrialized and uses science and reason to explain things.
What do people need in modern societies?
Businesses to meet their needs.
How can people earn good incomes in modern societies?
By having the right skills.
What is a key feature of daily life in modern societies?
The use of technology and industry.
What economic activities are predominant in a rural society?
Main economic activities are in the primary sector.
What is the standard of living like in rural societies?
Usually low.
What is a major issue caused by development on the environment?
Habitats are destroyed when land is cleared for buildings.
How do factories impact the environment?
They pollute the environment with their manufacturing.
What happens when populations increase?
It puts pressure on the environment’s resources.
What is the consequence of habitat destruction?
Animals have nowhere else to go, leading to decreased biodiversity.
How does farming affect soil?
Soil gets damaged by farmers growing lots of crops, which takes nutrients out of the soil.
What is a habitat?
A place or area where an organism lives.
What is South Africa’s biggest problem?
Unemployment.
What are the consequences of unemployment in South Africa?
Unemployed people have inadequate housing and cannot afford healthcare or education, increasing crime in the country.
