Questions and Answers
What physical changes are caused by transport systems? (Select all that apply)
Transport systems have no effect on landforms.
False
What is a measure of greenhouse gas emissions that support human activities?
Carbon footprint
Transport activities consume some form of ______.
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What gas is primarily produced by burning petrol for transport?
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What are the contributions of transport systems to climate change? (Select all that apply)
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Study Notes
Changes to the Physical Environment
- Transport systems occupy significant physical space, leading to habitat alterations.
- Road construction often necessitates the clearing of natural vegetation, leading to environmental degradation.
- Deforestation occurs as forests are removed to accommodate transportation infrastructure.
- Fragmentation of animal habitats restricts movement, affecting wildlife populations.
- Increased road networks result in higher instances of roadkill among wildlife.
- Modification of landforms, such as slopes and mountains, occurs to facilitate transport routes.
- Construction of train tunnels through mountains illustrates the alteration of natural landscapes for transportation needs.
Increased Carbon Footprint
- The carbon footprint is defined as the total amount of greenhouse gases emitted due to human activities, including transport.
- Transport activities rely on various energy sources, predominantly fossil fuels like petrol, which are combusted to produce energy.
- The burning of fuels generates carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases, exacerbating environmental impacts.
- Transportation contributes significantly to the overall carbon footprint of human activities.
- Excessive greenhouse gas emissions trap heat in the atmosphere, significantly influencing climate change.
- The transport sector plays a key role in contributing to global warming through increased greenhouse gas emissions.
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Explore the significant effects of transport systems on the physical environment in this quiz based on Chapter 11. Learn how transport infrastructure leads to deforestation, habitat fragmentation, and alterations to landforms. Test your understanding of these critical environmental changes.
