Amazonia: Development in the Rainforest

You will have just completed this unit of work and should be aware the the folloing points. If you have missed any lessons or notes see the attached file.

• The location of Amazonia
• Description and simple explanation of the climate, including the
formation of convection rainfall.
• The relationship between climate, soil and vegetation in the
rainforest ecosystem.
• Traditional shifting cultivation, modern farming, timber
exploitation and mining, showing the impact of each of these on
the environment. A consideration of the possibility of sustainable
development in the context of these case studies. The role of
international aid donors in encouraging sustainable development.
• The development of eco-tourism. A consideration of the
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