Bushfires in the Dandenong Ranges - Revision Flashcard

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The Dandenong Ranges are located in which part of Melbourne? Options: East, South East, West, South West

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East

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The Dandenong Ranges are known for which of the following scenic natural features? Waterfalls and lush forests, Deserts and sand dunes, Volcanoes and lava fields, Coral reefs and beaches

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Waterfalls and lush forests

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Dense vegetation is a key factor in the bushfire risk of the Dandenong Ranges because:

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it provides fuel for fires.

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How does steep terrain contribute to the bushfire risk in the Dandenong Ranges?

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Steep terrain increases wind speed, spreading fires more quickly.

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Hot, dry summers play a role in increasing the bushfire risk in the Dandenong Ranges by:

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providing ideal conditions for fires to start and spread

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Strong winds affect the bushfire risk in the Dandenong Ranges by:

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increasing the risk by spreading fires more quickly

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A high population and urban interface increase the bushfire risk in the Dandenong Ranges because:

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it leads to more human activities that can ignite fires.

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Which township did we visit for fieldwork?

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Olinda

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Which is the location of integral infrastructure from the fieldwork? Options: Belgrave, Ranges Road, Olinda Township, Bourke’s Lookout

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Bourke’s Lookout

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What is a significant factor that contributes to the bushfire risk in the Dandenong Ranges? Options: Frequent rainfall, Low population density, Dense vegetation, High humidity levels

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Dense vegetation