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Conflicting views on protecting/exploiting resources in the taiga biome

I can explain why there can be conflicting views on protecting and exploiting forest and natural resources in the taiga.

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Conflicting views on protecting/exploiting resources in the taiga biome

I can explain why there can be conflicting views on protecting and exploiting forest and natural resources in the taiga.

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Key learning points

  1. There are conflicting views on protecting forest and natural resources in the taiga.
  2. There are conflicting views on exploiting forest and natural resources in the taiga.

Keywords

  • Stakeholder - anyone who has an interest in or is affected by a decision or issue

  • Sustainability - meeting present needs without harming future generations' ability to meet theirs

Common misconception

The only issue in protecting or exploiting the taiga is economic growth versus environmental conservation, without considering the social, cultural, and long-term ecological impacts.

The debate also involves factors such as the rights of indigenous communities, the potential long-term damage to ecosystems, and the need for sustainable management practices that balance both conservation and resource use.


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GIS can help students map the taiga’s forests, resources, and areas affected by human activity. This allows them to see how conservation and exploitation impact the land and better understand the challenges in managing the taiga.
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6 Questions

Q1.
Where is the Taiga biome located?
Near the Equator
Between the Tropics
Correct answer: In the Northern Hemisphere
Q2.
What type of trees dominate the Taiga biome?
Deciduous trees
Correct answer: Coniferous trees
Palm trees
Q3.
What is the main climate characteristic of the Taiga?
Hot and humid year-round
Warm with frequent monsoons
Dry and hot all year
Correct answer: Cold winters and short, mild summers
Q4.
What is the main soil type in the Taiga?
Rich and fertile
Sandy and well-drained
Clay-rich with high nutrients
Correct answer: Permafrost and nutrient-poor
Q5.
What is a major threat to the Taiga biome?
Correct answer: Deforestation and wildfires
Coral bleaching
Overfishing
Earthquakes
Q6.
How does climate change affect the Taiga?
It reduces tree growth
It increases desert areas
It makes winters colder
Correct answer: It causes permafrost to melt

4 Questions

Q1.
A __________ is anyone who has an interest in or is affected by a decision or issue.
community
habitat
Correct answer: stakeholder
Q2.
Why do indigenous communities want to protect the taiga?
Correct answer: To protect their land
They no longer need to hunt
Correct answer: To protect their culture
Big companies will protect their way of life
Q3.
is about meeting the needs of people today in a way that still allows people in the future to have their needs met too.
Correct Answer: Sustainability
Q4.
What is a major consequence of over-exploitation in the Taiga?
Increased biodiversity
Correct answer: Soil erosion and habitat loss
Growth of new forests
More stable ecosystems

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