003 - Mineral Extraction Part Two
Syllabus Point
Syllabus Point
Examine the opportunities and challenges posed for resource development (mineral extraction and any associated settlement and communications).
Key Terminology
Key Terminology
- Examine
- Opportunities
- Challenges
Define the words above using the knowledge you have learnt from this unit already.
Activity One - Watch
Activity One - Watch
- Watch the clip below and describe how the extraction of diamonds has changed the country.
Activity Two - Case Study
Activity Two - Case Study
Image One - A map to show the location of diamond mines in Namibia
Image Two - Diamond Mind
- Using the map above describe the location of diamond mines in Namibia.
- Why does Namibia want to exploit their diamonds? To help you to do this read the diamond facts link below.
- How are the diamonds extracted from the desert?
- Using image two describe the impact that a diamond mine can have on the desert area.
Useful Resources
Useful Resources
- Diamond Facts
- Diamond Mining in Namibia - Past and Present
- History of De Beers
- De Beers in Namibia
- NBC - A diamonds journey
- 'Arid Environments' text book by Cole pages 120 - 123
Important Reading - Final Call by Leo Hickman
Important Reading - Final Call by Leo Hickman
- You were all asked to buy 'Final Call' in Year 12 for your summer reading - read Chapter 2 'A Line in the Sand' which focuses on Dubai and the challenges that were faced to extract oil in this region.