The diagram shows a glacier above a mountain community in Gilgit-Baltistan. Rangers observed that its snout has moved uphill over recent decades, leaving lo...
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The diagram shows a glacier above a mountain community in Gilgit-Baltistan. Rangers observed that its snout has moved uphill over recent decades, leaving loose debris and a growing lake. Residents depend on meltwater for crops and small-scale energy. Fig. 1 is used in a meeting about climate change and local natural resources.
(a) State the name of the debris ridge labelled X. [1]
(b) Describe one way that glacier meltwater is used by the community. [1]
(c) Explain three possible effects of continued glacier retreat on Pakistan. [3]
Answer Details
(a) Moraine/terminal moraine [1] (b) Irrigation of fields / generating micro-hydel electricity / domestic water supply [1] (c) Any three: initially greater meltwater may increase flood risk [1]; glacial-lake outburst floods can damage settlements and infrastructure [1]; later reduced summer river flow threatens irrigation [1]; reduced water supply can lower hydropower generation [1]; mountain tourism or livelihoods may be affected [1]. [3]
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