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Explain the importance of fair trade to a national or local economy using one case study:

Fair trade is defined by the World Trade Organisation as a trading partnership, based on dialogue, transparency and respect, that seeks greater equity in international trade. It contributes to sustainable de...
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Using a case study, describe the challenges and opportunities caused by urbanisation.

Urbanisation describes the increasing proportion of the world’s population who live in cities. Urbanisation has resulted in the emergence of mega cities with the urban population often growing quicker in les...
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Using examples, define what is meant by the term 'superpower status'

A country with a 'superpower' status is one with the ability to project its power and influence across the globe, mainly through political, economic and military force. Other factors that contribute to a cou...
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Explain the formation of a flood plain.

Flood plains form when the discharge of the river channel exceeds it's capacity. As the river transports sediment via traction, suspension, saltation and solution the sediment is held within the river channe...
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What are the types of waves on a coast?

The two types of waves are destructive waves, and constructive waves. Destructive waves are well named, as they have a weak swash (the water that runs up the beach) and a strong backwash (the water the runs ...
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