What are Cold Environments Like? | AQA GCSE Geography | Cold Environments 1

This topic video introduces cold environments, looking at where they are located, their climate and soils, along with some of the species found in them. It also explains the difference between the polar and tundra biomes.

This topic is part of the AQA GCSE Geography course - Paper 1: Unit 1B - The Living World.

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VIDEO TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction to cold environments and biomes
00:39 - Description of polar and tundra biomes and their locations
01:17 - Extreme climate conditions in cold environments
01:53 - Difference between polar and tundra biomes
02:22 - Characteristics of the polar biome, including low precipitation and ice cover
02:57 - Wildlife and indigenous people in polar regions
03:33 - Characteristics of the tundra biome, including permafrost and waterlogged soils
04:09 - Wildlife and indigenous people in tundra regions
04:45 - Differences between polar and tundra biomes in terms of severity and biodiversity
05:20 - Development and potential impact on tundra regions

VIDEO SUMMARY
This video provides an overview of cold environments, specifically the polar and tundra biomes. It discusses the key characteristics of these regions, including their locations, extreme climate conditions, and unique features. In the polar biome, there are ice caps and very little precipitation, with permanently frozen soils. The wildlife is limited, with polar bears in the Arctic and penguins in Antarctica. Indigenous people inhabit these regions and rely on their knowledge of the ecosystem for survival. The tundra biome, while slightly less harsh, still presents challenges with permafrost and waterlogged soils. It is home to various animal species and also supports indigenous communities. The video highlights the fragile nature of these ecosystems, particularly in the face of economic development.

KEY TERMS IN THE VIDEO
Cold environments, Polar biome, Tundra biome, Extreme climate, Wildlife, Indigenous people, Permafrost, Ice caps, Precipitation, Arctic, Antarctica, Biodiversity, Ecosystem, Environmental impact, Economic development

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