Title: How does location, climate, and natural resources affect population distribution on Europe?
1How does location, climate, and natural resources
affect population distribution on Europe?
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4Location of the U.K.
5Location of U.K.
- A country of islands Wales, Great Britain,
Northern Ireland, and Scotland. - Across the English Chanel from the UK is France
- West, across the Irish Sea is the Republic of
Ireland - East, across the North Sea is the Scandinavian
Peninsula
6Location of U.K.
- Easy to trade
- Its location on the Atlantic Ocean also helps
trade with the US - The US is the U.K.s 1 trading partner!
7Climate of United Kingdom
- Mild climate with rainfall through out the year
- Southeastern parts of Great Britain are the
driest with mountains to protect from ocean winds - The mild climate keeps ports free of ice and open
for trade ALL YEAR.
8Climate Continued
- The Gulf Stream moves warm water across the
Atlantic to the U.K. This allows for milder
winters compared to other countries with the same
latitude. - Great for farming! However, less than 2 of
people earn a living in farming. Most people live
in urban areas where jobs are more available.
9Natural Resources of the U.K.
- Coal, petroleum, natural gas, and iron ore
backbone of the countrys industry in auto
production, steel manufacturing, and
shipbuilding. - Today manufacturing is declining because natural
resources are being used up and competition has
increased. - In the U.K., nearly 80 of people work in service
industries (tourism, health care, education,
etc..)
10Natural Resources Continued
- Fishing along the shores of U.K. is profitable.
- 25 of land is arable (good for growing crops)
- Over ½ of land is used for farms meaning the
country can produce 60 of its own food - Farms with sheep, cattle, and pigs.
11Summarizing
- Which condition helped the U.K. to become a
leader in world trade? - A. It is an island with a mild climate located
near many other countries - B. 2 of the people are farmers, and there is a
lot of arable land - C. It is home to the worlds busiest airport and
has 7 other large airports - D. Urban areas are heavily populated
2. Why is it surprising that the U.K. has such
a mild climate? A. It is very far north B. The
ocean is always warm C. People in the U.K. like
snowy winters D. It is warmer in northern parts
of the world
12Location of Russia
13Where is Russia?
- Bordered by 15 countries
- Bordered by the Arctic Ocean to the North and
Pacific Ocean to the East - Most of Russias land is far from the sea or
frozen over for most of the year some ports
must be cleared with icebreakers - St. Petersburg port on the Baltic Sea major
center for trade. Network of railroads. Home to
over 5 million people. Was capital for over 200
yrsnow it is Moscow
14Climate of Russia
- 2 seasons Winter and Summer.
- Average temperature of nearly all of Russia is
below freezing. - Lots of permafrost soil that is permanently
frozen - Siberia land furthest east could reach
negative 40 degrees in winter and reach over 90
degrees in summer.
15Climate continued
- Area around the Black sea is considered
subtropicalvery popular. - 73 of Russian population lives in western
Russia. - The climate, distance from the sea, and rugged
terrain keep many of Russias resources from
being used.
16Natural Resources of Russia
- Vast Resources Forests in the west. Gold,
aluminum, coal, and iron in Ural Mountains - Leading producer and exporter of gold, minerals,
metals, and machinery. - Cities grew up around the mining industry
17- Volga River largest river in Europe over half
of Russias cities are along the Volga. - Volga source of hydroelectric power
18Summarizing
- Which condition keeps Russias natural resources
from being used? - A. lack of workers
- B. harsh climate
- C. no market for them
- D. no government funding
2. With its long coastline, what makes shipping
difficult in Russia? A. Cruise ships bring
tourists to Russia B. the Volga River is used
only for power, not shipping C. manufactured
goods and people prefer to travel by train D.
Northern ports are blocked by ice much of the
year.
19Comparing the U.K. and Russia
- Russia is larger but port cities are blocked by
ice most of the year. - U.K. has mild climate and may ports are
accessible all year round. - Fossil Fuels (coal and oil) are in both
countries. However, resources are declining in
U.K. and in Russia they are untouched
20Comparing Continued
- Capital of U.K. London on Thames River. It is
a major financial and trading center. - Capital of Russia Moscow center for all
transportation in Russia. However, St. Petersburg
is the Russian center for trade.