Pakistan Studies 2059 · O Level · Mineral resources

Mineral resources — practice question

(a(i))[1]

What mass of iron ore was extracted in 2010-11?

(a(ii))[1]

State how the information in Fig. 3 differs from the information in Fig. 4.

(b(i))[2]

Give one use of the mineral chromite and name one area where it is mined in Pakistan.

(b(ii))[4]

What benefits do mineral extraction resources bring to local people and the national economy?

(b(iii))[4]

Explain the effects of mineral extraction on the natural environment.

(c(i))[3]

Fig. 5 is a diagram of a thermal power station. Select three terms from the list below and use them to label three of the spaces on the diagram. Terms: reservoir, transformer, boiler, turbine, cooling tower, steam.

(c(ii))[4]

Explain why using fossil fuels in power stations is not sustainable.

(d)[6]

Pakistan Railways now carries less than 10 percent of Pakistan’s passenger traffic and 5 percent of its freight. To what extent is it possible to develop railways further in Pakistan? Support your answer with examples you have studied.

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