Case study of a specified place: how aspects of its physical environment affect availability and cost of water, energy or mineral ore
A place's physical geography — its climate, geology and landscape — directly shapes how easy and cheap it is to access water, energy or minerals. You need a real case study to show this in action.
Real World
Norway's physical geography — high rainfall, steep fjords, and impermeable bedrock — means hydroelectric power provides over 90% of its electricity at very low cost, while neighbouring Denmark, with flat terrain and strong coastal winds, instead became a global leader in offshore wind energy.
Exam Focus
Explicitly name physical factors (relief, geology, climate) and explain the mechanism by which each raises or lowers cost — the link must be explicit to earn full marks.
Essay Framework
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