WorksheetsOCR B: Sustaining Ecosystems: Svalbard Case Study
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 8mins
Svalbard is a territory of which country?
Sweden
Russia
Norway
Finland
Which of these are common uses of the Arctic region?
Tourism
Fishing
Whaling
Mineral extraction (mining)
All of the above
Develop the point for 'ships can only be anchored for a few hours...'
this will limit footpath erosion to a limited area therefore disturbing less plant and animal habitats that could impact the entire food web making it environmentally sustainable
this will reduce pollution both into the ocean, and therefore protecting the food webs within it, but also into the atmosphere which will reduce global warning making it environmentally sustainable
this will boost the economy of the local area and improve the quality of life of the local residents due to the increased employment rate making this economically sustainable management
this will put ownership back on the tourists to protect the environment, leading to them littering less and sticking to the footpaths and possibly educating others on the importance of managing these environments, this makes in socially and environmentally sustainable
Develop the point for 'tourists are educated on the rules of tourism...'
this will limit footpath erosion to a limited area therefore disturbing less plant and animal habitats that could impact the entire food web making it environmentally sustainable
this will reduce pollution both into the ocean, and therefore protecting the food webs within it, but also into the atmosphere which will reduce global warning making it environmentally sustainable
this will boost the economy of the local area and improve the quality of life of the local residents due to the increased employment rate making this economically sustainable management
this will put ownership back on the tourists to protect the environment, leading to them littering less and sticking to the footpaths and possibly educating others on the importance of managing these environments, this makes in socially and environmentally sustainable
Develop the point for 'employment of local people in the tourism industry...'
this will limit footpath erosion to a limited area therefore disturbing less plant and animal habitats that could impact the entire food web making it environmentally sustainable
this will reduce pollution both into the ocean, and therefore protecting the food webs within it, but also into the atmosphere which will reduce global warning making it environmentally sustainable
this will boost the economy of the local area and improve the quality of life of the local residents due to the increased employment rate making this economically sustainable management
this will put ownership back on the tourists to protect the environment, leading to them littering less and sticking to the footpaths and possibly educating others on the importance of managing these environments, this makes in socially and environmentally sustainable
Develop the point for 'tourists must stick to the footpaths...'
this will limit footpath erosion to a limited area therefore disturbing less plant and animal habitats that could impact the entire food web making it environmentally sustainable
this will reduce pollution both into the ocean, and therefore protecting the food webs within it, but also into the atmosphere which will reduce global warning making it environmentally sustainable
this will boost the economy of the local area and improve the quality of life of the local residents due to the increased employment rate making this economically sustainable management
this will put ownership back on the tourists to protect the environment, leading to them littering less and sticking to the footpaths and possibly educating others on the importance of managing these environments, this makes in socially and environmentally sustainable
What animal is Svalbard 'known for' bringing in increased tourism?
Penguins
Polar Bears
Arctic Wolves
Musk Oxen
Much of Svalbard's income is from the tourism industry, why might this be problematic?
Because tourism is seasonal meaning they won't get a steady income all year
The majority of the population work in the service (tertiary) industry
People have less choice on professions to join
Climate change may have an impact on their income
What % of Svalbard is protected?
35%
55%
60%
70%
Nature reserve zones allow very little access
True
False - they allow a lot of access
False - they allow no access
No cruise ships are now able to visit after a fuel ban
True
False - only the largest ships are unable to visit
False - all cruise ships are able to visit
Select all those that are true about sustainable tourism in Svalbard
Ships can only be anchored for a few hours to cut down pollution
Energy to these resorts come from 100% renewable sources
Tourists and visitors have to stick to agreed pathways
Cruise ships have to tell their passengers about environmental rules
