Papua New Guinea deforestation Flashcard 1

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What percentage of Papua New Guinea's forests are privately owned or possessed by customary landowners?

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97%

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What type of economy is Papua New Guinea classified as?

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Developing economy

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What is the approximate length of the Sepik River?

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1,120 km

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What is the primary occupation of nearly 40% of Papua New Guinea's population?

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Subsistence farmers

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What is the status of the primary forest in Papua New Guinea?

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Mostly original primary forest still standing

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What is the main export product from the forests of Papua New Guinea?

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Tropical round logs

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What is a major issue faced by local groups in Papua New Guinea regarding land?

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Feuds over land entitlement

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What is the main activity in low altitude forests of Papua New Guinea?

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Commercial logging

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What is the main geographical feature of Papua New Guinea?

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Tropical rainforests

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What is the main challenge for the people living in the least developed areas of Papua New Guinea?

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Dependence on river and forest products