Landforms
What is the term for a large natural elevation of the earth's surface rising abruptly from the surrounding level?
Mountain
What is the sudden shaking of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates beneath the Earth's surface?
You must act the answer out as an interpretive dance
Earthquake
What is the process by which surface materials are removed and transported by wind, water, or ice?
Erosion
Which term describes the process of rural populations migrating to urban areas, leading to the growth and expansion of cities?
Urbanisation
Mr Nagel Migrated from what country?
South Africa
What is the process by which wind, water, ice, or gravity moves fragments of rock and soil?
Erosion
What is the term for a large ocean wave caused by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions? Give an example
Tsunami
What process describes the movement of sediment and soil from one location to another by wind, water, or ice?
Transportation
Population of Perth?
2.1 Million
What is the term for the movement of people from one place to another?
Migration
What is the term for a deep, narrow valley with steep sides, often with a stream flowing through it?
Canyon
What is the name for a fast-moving flow of hot ash, rock fragments, and gas ejected from a volcano?
ITS NOT LAVA!
Pyroclastic flow
What process involves the breakdown of rocks and minerals into smaller particles through physical or chemical means?
Weathering
Population of Sydney?
5.3 Million
What global event caused the Greek, Italians and Dutch to migrate to Australia?
World War 2
What type of landform is formed by the accumulation of sediment deposited at the mouth of a river?
Delta
What is the name for a sliding mass of rock, earth, or debris down a slope?
Landslide
What is the term for the process by which rivers and streams carry sediment downstream and deposit it elsewhere?
Deposition
Tokyo = 37 million
What is the name for the migration of people within a country, from rural to urban areas?
Internal migration
What geological feature is formed when a section of the earth's crust is lifted upward?
Plateau
What is the term for the boundary where two tectonic plates slide past each other horizontally, causing earthquakes?
Transform boundary
What process describes the gradual wearing away of coastlines by the action of waves and currents?
Hint C________ Erosion
Coastal erosion
What defines a megacity, according to the United Nations, in terms of population size?
A city with a population of over 10 million inhabitants
What is the term for the movement of people across international borders?
International Migration
What is the term for a large depression in the earth's surface, typically with steep cliffs and a floor lower than the surrounding area?
Canyon
What type of volcano is characterized by gentle slopes and eruptions of runny lava?
Shield volcano
Which iconic stretch of the Swan River, known for its deep waters and limestone cliffs, is popular among locals for swimming and cliff jumping?
Blackwall Reach
Name the City ......
A dynamic metropolis renowned for its cultural diversity, bustling street life, and vibrant culinary scene. However, the city faces significant challenges, including severe traffic congestion, air pollution, and inadequate infrastructure. Moreover, this city is sinking due to excessive groundwater extraction and rising sea levels, exacerbating flooding risks. Despite these issues, this city continues to evolve, with efforts underway to address its environmental and urban development challenges.
Jakarta
What is the term for the involuntary movement of people due to conflict, persecution, or natural disasters?
Forced migration
What is the name of the large sandstone rock formation in the Northern Territory that is sacred to Indigenous Australians and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Uluru (Ayers Rock)
What is the name for the boundary where two tectonic plates are moving away from each other, resulting in the formation of new crust?
Divergent boundary
What term describes the network of interconnected waterways, including streams, rivers, and their tributaries, that drain an area of land, transporting water, sediment, and nutrients towards a common outlet?
Hint R____ S____
River system
What are some common challenges faced by megacities due to rapid urbanisation and population growth?
Traffic congestion, pollution, housing shortages, and strain on infrastructure
What is the term for the migration of skilled or educated individuals from one country to another?
Brain drain
Which remote natural wonder in Western Australia is known for its rugged landscape, towering cliffs, and deep gorges, carved over millions of years by the powerful flow of the Murchison River?
Kalbarri National Park.
What causes a tsunami to form when a tectonic plate suddenly shifts underwater?
Displacement of water due to seismic activity
What geological process has contributed to the formation of the distinctive cliffs at Blackwall Reach, creating a unique landscape along the Swan River?
Weathering and erosion
What role do megacities play in the global economy, often serving as hubs for finance, commerce, and innovation.
They are centers of economic activity and influence, contributing significantly to global GDP and trade.
In 2023 what were the top 3 origin countries of migrants to Australia?