The uk and the EU Flashcards
2025 autum (29 cards)
The geographic term for farming is
agriculture.
why do countries buy from different countries
to access resources and goods they lack or produce less efficiently, and to expand their markets and offer consumers a wider variety of products
Why is agriculture important to the UK?
Agriculture is crucial to the UK because it produces a significant portion of the food we eat, supports a large part of the economy, and helps manage the environment, including the 70% of UK land used for farming.
What is a problem of buying things from
overseas?
Buying from overseas can involve challenges such as high shipping costs, long delivery times, customs fees, limited warranties, and potential product compatibility issues. There’s also a risk of fraud and language barriers.
what is the differences between the renewable and non-renewable energy
Renewable energy comes from sources that are naturally replenished, like solar or wind, while non-renewable energy comes from finite sources, like fossil fuels, that can’t be replaced on a human timescale.
what are the pros and cons of nuclear energy
Pros of Nuclear Power:
Low Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Produces minimal CO2 during operation, helping combat climate change.
High Energy Output: Generates large amounts of electricity from a small amount of fuel.
Reliable: Provides consistent, stable power, unlike some renewable sources that depend on weather.
Cons of Nuclear Power:
Nuclear Waste: Produces radioactive waste that remains hazardous for thousands of years.
High Costs: Expensive to build and maintain nuclear power plants.
Safety Risks: Potential for accidents, though rare, can have catastrophic consequences (e.g., Chernobyl, Fukushima).
what is the trade bloc
A trade bloc is a group of countries that agree to reduce or eliminate trade barriers between them to promote easier trade and economic cooperation.
pros and cons of the trade bloc
Quick Pros:
More stuff to buy: Countries in the club can sell more to each other, so you might see a bigger variety of things available.
Sometimes cheaper prices: Because there are fewer taxes and fees between these countries, some things might cost less.
Stronger together: The group can have more say in world trade.
Quick Cons:
Can hurt businesses outside the club: It might be harder for countries not in the group to sell their stuff there.
Maybe less choice from outside countries: The focus might shift to buying from within the “club.”
what is the greenhouse effect
The greenhouse effect is a natural process where the Earth’s atmosphere traps heat, keeping the planet warm enough to support life, similar to how a greenhouse keeps plants warm.
what is the human enhanced greenhouse effect
The human enhanced greenhouse effect, also known as global warming, happens when extra greenhouse gases (like carbon dioxide) from human activities trap more of the sun’s heat in the atmosphere, causing the Earth to warm up.
what is the order of the natural greenhouse effect
The natural greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in Earth’s atmosphere, like carbon dioxide, water vapor, and methane, trap heat from the Sun, keeping the planet warm enough to support life. Solar energy enters the atmosphere, and some of it is absorbed by the Earth, while the rest is reflected back into space. Greenhouse gases absorb and re-radiate some of this heat, preventing it from escaping, thus maintaining Earth’s temperature.
how is the human enchance greenhouse effect different from the greenhouse effect short definition
The human-enhanced greenhouse effect is when human activities, like burning fossil fuels and deforestation, increase the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, leading to more heat being trapped and causing global warming. Unlike the natural greenhouse effect, which is necessary for life, the human-enhanced effect accelerates climate change by intensifying heat retention.
watch this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SN5-DnOHQmE
to understand it more
Greenhouse gases
done
What is an example of a greenhouse gas?
carbon dioxide etc…
show the countries in the British
Isles and the countries in Europe.
Countries in Great Britain:
England
Wales
Scotland
Countries in The United Kingdom:
England
Wales
Scotland
Northern Ireland
Countries in The British Isles:
England
Wales
Scotland
Northern Ireland
Republic of Ireland
what is the Eu
In the context of Year 7 geography, the European Union (EU) is a political and economic union of 27 member states primarily located in Europe, promoting cooperation and free movement of people, goods, and services.
When was the EU formed?
1 november 1993 , maastricht netherlands
Which 6 countries were the first
countries to join the EU?
Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg and the Netherlands
What is the Schengen agreement?
The Schengen Agreement is an agreement between European countries that allows people to travel freely between them without border controls, kind of like a big, open travel zone.
Which country left the EU? and why did they leave
Okay, so the UK left the EU because some folks felt it would be better for the UK to make its own rules, control its borders, and handle its money and trade deals independently. Others disagreed and thought staying in the EU had more benefits. It was a big decision about the UK’s future! 😊
what are the pros and cons of joining the Eu
Pros of Joining the EU:
Access to a Single Market
Economic Growth
Political Stability
Freedom of Movement
Fundings & Grants
Stronger Global Influence
Cons of Joining the EU:
Loss of Sovereignty
Financial Contributions
Immigration Pressure
Regulatory Burden
Economic Disparities
Risk of Political Tension
what is the chernobyl nuclear diaster
The Chernobyl disaster was a catastrophic nuclear accident that occurred on April 26, 1986, at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine, resulting in a massive release of radioactive materials into the environment.
when did the chernobyl diaster start
april 26, 1986
what was the immediate effects and long term effets
Immediate Effects of the Chernobyl Disaster:
Explosion and Fire
Deaths (2 plant workers, 29 emergency responders)
Evacuations (116,000 people)
Radiation Exposure
Long-Term Effects of the Chernobyl Disaster:
Health Issues (thyroid cancer, leukemia)
Environmental Damage (contaminated land, exclusion zone)
Displacement (350,000 people)
Psychological Impact (mental health issues)
Global Impact (changes in nuclear safety policies)
