Climate and Infrastructure Earth Sciences

What are some examples of infrastructure mentioned in the passage?

• Roads and bridges

• Schools and hospitals

• Parks and recreation centers

• All of the above

Match the following examples of infrastructure

• sewage treatment plant

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What is an example of green infrastructure mentioned in the passage?

• Wildlife Gardens

• Solar panels

• Wind turbines

• Electric vehicles

Organize these options into the right categories

Groups:

(a) Hard infrastructure

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(b) Soft infrastructure

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(c) Green Infrastructure

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How does climate impact infrastructure according to the passage?

• It causes infrastructure to deteriorate faster.

• It has no impact on infrastructure.

• It improves the durability of infrastructure.

• It reduces the need for infrastructure maintenance.

In the passage, what event in British Columbia in 2021 affected the infrastructure?

• A wildfire

• A flood

• An earthquake

• A landslide

Why do energy companies in Alberta bury power lines, as mentioned in the passage?

• To improve the aesthetic appeal of the landscape

• To reduce the risk of power outages due to weather

• To increase the cost of electricity

• To comply with government regulations

An extreme rain event (as seen in BC) is called an "atmospheric ______ "

In order to prevent power outages from windstorm, Alberta energy companies are choosing to _______ power lines.

What are some of the challenges Alberta faces when building infrastructure? (Select all that apply)

• Large differences in summer / winter

• Long distances

• Challenging landforms

• Being mostly in the Interior Plains region