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What was the primary economic activity that led to the economic collapse of the pearl diving industry in South-Eastern Arabia?
Cultured pearl production
Which of the following was a primary factor in shaping the modern borders of the UAE?
British colonial influence
What is the basis for determining the baseline of the UAE's waters?
Low-water line along the coast
Which of the following tribes had significant influence on the territorial claims of the UAE?
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What was the primary reason for the Saudi Arabian territorial claims in South-Eastern Arabia?
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Which of the following was a consequence of the British colonial influence in South-Eastern Arabia?
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What is the term for the waters adjacent to the UAE's coastline that are subject to the country's jurisdiction?
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What is the primary purpose of establishing an Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)?
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What is the term used to describe the waters adjacent to a coastline that are subject to a country's jurisdiction?
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What is the term for the fixed line along the coast that serves as the baseline for measuring the territorial waters of a country?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Trucial States?
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What was the primary purpose of the treaties signed between the Trucial States and Great Britain?
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What is the term used to describe the study of the relationship between politics and the environment?
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What is the term used to describe the physical features of an area that influence human behavior and social organization?
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What was the primary consequence of the collapse of the pearl diving industry in South-Eastern Arabia?
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Which of the following was a major factor in shaping the modern borders of the UAE?
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What was the primary motivation behind Saudi Arabian territorial claims in South-Eastern Arabia?
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What was the primary impact of British colonial influence on the Trucial States?
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What was the primary reason for Omani tribal relations with the Trucial States?
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What is the term used to describe the study of the political and economic implications of the pearl diving industry in South-Eastern Arabia?
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What is the term used to describe the fixed line along the coast that serves as the baseline for measuring the territorial waters of a country?
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What was the primary consequence of the collapse of the pearl diving industry in South-Eastern Arabia on the local economy?
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What was the primary factor that contributed to the economic collapse of the pearl diving industry in South-Eastern Arabia?
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What was the primary motivation behind Saudi Arabian territorial claims in South-Eastern Arabia?
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What was the primary impact of British colonial influence on the Trucial States?
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What was the primary reason behind Omani tribal relations with the Trucial States?
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What was the primary consequence of the collapse of the pearl diving industry on the local population?
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What was the primary factor that contributed to the decline of the pearl diving industry in South-Eastern Arabia?
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What was the primary purpose of the treaties signed between the Trucial States and Great Britain?
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What was the primary consequence of Saudi Arabian territorial claims in South-Eastern Arabia?
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What was the primary impact of the British colonial influence on the pearl diving industry in South-Eastern Arabia?
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What is the primary factor that influences the demarcation of maritime borders in the UAE?
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What was the primary purpose of the treaties signed between the Trucial States and Great Britain?
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What is the term used to describe the physical features of an area that influence human behavior and social organization in the UAE?
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What was the primary consequence of the collapse of the pearl diving industry in South-Eastern Arabia?
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What is the term used to describe the study of the relationship between politics and the environment in the UAE?
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What was the primary motivation behind Saudi Arabian territorial claims in South-Eastern Arabia?
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What was the primary impact of British colonial influence on the Trucial States?
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What is the term used to describe the fixed line along the coast that serves as the baseline for measuring the territorial waters of the UAE?
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What was the primary reason behind Omani tribal relations with the Trucial States?
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Study Notes
Geography and its Impact on the UAE
- Historically, settlements were established in specific locations due to geographical factors, which in turn affected the relative power between Emirates.
- The settlements were established in:
- Abu Dhabi
- Al Ain
- Al Dhaid
- Dubai town
Physical Geography of the UAE
- The UAE's physical geography features:
- Coast-inlets
- Mountains (Hajar mountains, 65km long and 25km wide)
- Sabkha
- Gravel plains
- Desert
Coast of the UAE
- The coast has experienced:
- Silting
- Dredging
- Coastal offloading
- Historical photographs of Dubai creek:
- 1943 (source: IOR/R/15/2/506)
- 1950s
Political Geography of the UAE
- Waters of the UAE consist of:
- Territorial waters
- Contiguous waters
- Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)
- Baseline fixed at the low-water line along the coast
Geography and its Impact on the UAE
- Historically, settlements were established in specific locations due to geographical factors, which in turn affected the relative power between Emirates.
- The settlements were established in:
- Abu Dhabi
- Al Ain
- Al Dhaid
- Dubai town
Physical Geography of the UAE
- The UAE's physical geography features:
- Coast-inlets
- Mountains (Hajar mountains, 65km long and 25km wide)
- Sabkha
- Gravel plains
- Desert
Coast of the UAE
- The coast has experienced:
- Silting
- Dredging
- Coastal offloading
- Historical photographs of Dubai creek:
- 1943 (source: IOR/R/15/2/506)
- 1950s
Political Geography of the UAE
- Waters of the UAE consist of:
- Territorial waters
- Contiguous waters
- Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)
- Baseline fixed at the low-water line along the coast
Geography of the UAE
- Historically, settlements in the UAE were determined by geography, which in turn influenced the relative power between Emirates.
Physical Geography of the UAE
- Physical geography had an impact on:
- Economic activity
- Trade routes
- Settlement locations
- Notable geographical features include:
- Coast-inlets
- Mountains (including the Hajar mountains, which extend for 65km and are 25km wide)
- Sabkha
- Gravel plains
- Desert
Coast and Coastal Activities
- Coastal issues include:
- Silting
- Dredging
- Coastal offloading
- Historical images of Dubai creek from 1943 and the 1950s show the changes in the area
Political Geography of the UAE
- The UAE's waters include:
- Territorial waters
- Contiguous zone
- Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)
- The baseline for these waters is fixed at the low-water line along the coast.
Geography and its Impact on the UAE
- The UAE's geography has shaped its history, economy, and settlements.
- Historically, settlements were located in areas such as Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Al Dhaid, and Dubai due to their accessibility and economic opportunities.
Physical Geography of the UAE
- The UAE's coastline features inlets, mountains, sabkha (salt flats), gravel plains, and desert.
- The Hajar mountains stretch for 65km and are about 25km wide in the UAE.
- The coast is affected by silting and dredging, and has undergone coastal offloading.
Dubai Creek
- Dubai creek was an important location in the 1940s and 1950s.
- Historical images of Dubai creek show its development and significance.
Political Geography of the UAE
- The UAE's external borders are defined by its territorial, contiguous, and Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZ).
- The baseline of the UAE's waters is fixed at the low-water line along the coast.
- The 1853 Perpetual Treaty of Maritime Truce established a truce between the UAE's emirates and led to the region being known as the Trucial States.
- The 1892 Exclusive Treaty Agreement further defined the external borders of the UAE.
Historical Treaties
- The 1853 Perpetual Treaty of Maritime Truce was enforced by the British Resident and obtained reparations for injuries inflicted by one ruler's subjects on another's.
- The 1892 Exclusive Treaty Agreement established exclusive agreements between the emirates and other entities.
Geography and its Impact on the UAE
- The UAE's geography has shaped its history, economy, and settlements.
- Historically, settlements were located in areas such as Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Al Dhaid, and Dubai due to their accessibility and economic opportunities.
Physical Geography of the UAE
- The UAE's coastline features inlets, mountains, sabkha (salt flats), gravel plains, and desert.
- The Hajar mountains stretch for 65km and are about 25km wide in the UAE.
- The coast is affected by silting and dredging, and has undergone coastal offloading.
Dubai Creek
- Dubai creek was an important location in the 1940s and 1950s.
- Historical images of Dubai creek show its development and significance.
Political Geography of the UAE
- The UAE's external borders are defined by its territorial, contiguous, and Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZ).
- The baseline of the UAE's waters is fixed at the low-water line along the coast.
- The 1853 Perpetual Treaty of Maritime Truce established a truce between the UAE's emirates and led to the region being known as the Trucial States.
- The 1892 Exclusive Treaty Agreement further defined the external borders of the UAE.
Historical Treaties
- The 1853 Perpetual Treaty of Maritime Truce was enforced by the British Resident and obtained reparations for injuries inflicted by one ruler's subjects on another's.
- The 1892 Exclusive Treaty Agreement established exclusive agreements between the emirates and other entities.
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