Core Geography Topics - Natural Hazards & Living World
Natural hazards are one of the biggest challenges facing our planet today. You'll need to understand how tectonic plates create earthquakes and volcanoes, plus how these disasters affect places like Nepal and New Zealand differently. The key here is comparing how developed and developing countries respond to these threats.
Climate change is absolutely crucial for your exams. Make sure you can explain the evidence for climate change, its causes (both natural and human), and how we're trying to manage it. Don't forget about extreme weather events like the 2018 "Beast from the East" and summer heatwave - these show climate change in action right here in the UK.
Tropical storms like Typhoon Haiyan demonstrate how global atmospheric circulation creates some of the world's most destructive weather. Understanding how these storms form and their devastating impacts is essential exam knowledge.
The Living World section focuses on ecosystems - from our local Epping Forest to the Amazon rainforest. You'll explore how plants and animals adapt to different environments, why deforestation is such a massive problem, and how we can manage these precious habitats sustainably.
Quick Tip: For ecosystems, always remember the key adaptations for both rainforests and hot deserts - they're exam favourites!
