Globalisation challenges
I can explain the challenges associated with globalisation.
Globalisation challenges
I can explain the challenges associated with globalisation.
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Key learning points
- Globalisation can have severe environmental consequences and can increase global warming.
- Local businesses are often out-competed by foreign businesses leading them to close down.
- Globalisation has been blamed for creating a more uniform culture around the world.
Keywords
Global warming - the increase in Earth's average temperature over a long period of time
TNC - transnational corporations are large businesses that operate in many different countries globally
Greenhouse gas emissions - the release of gases into Earth's atmosphere that trap heat and contribute to climate change
Culture - a way of life, customs and behaviours that a group of people share
Fossil fuels - natural energy sources that were formed over millions of years; they include coal, oil and gas
Common misconception
Western culture refers to only North America.
Western culture refers to North America, Europe and Australia.
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