the large-scale and long-term change in the planet’s climate, including weather patterns and average temperatures

the process by which semi-arid land becomes drier and turns into desert

when there are not enough freshwater resources to meet the needs in a given area

Climate change and environmental challenges in the Middle East

Geography

GIS: Visualising the physical and human geography of the Middle East

Physical landscapes of the Middle East

Climate and biomes of the Middle East

Rivers and water resources in the Middle East

Natural resources and economy in the Middle East

Population of the Middle East

Migration in the Middle East

History and legacy: Empires, borders and religion

Dubai: A global city

Life in the Arabian Desert

The greening of the Arabian Desert

This unit teaches pupils about the physical and human geography of the Middle East and demonstrates the diversity of people's lives across the region. Pupils will investigate how natural resources affect the economy of the region and study how climate change is shaping its future.

The Middle East: How have natural resources shaped the Middle East?

Which of the following is a likely effect of climate change in the Middle East?

How might climate change affect food supply in the Middle East?

It will worsen dryness, causing serious challenges

Why is the idea that climate change won't affect the Middle East wrong?

Which of the following is a major environmental concern in the Middle East?

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What is one reason water is becoming more scarce in the Middle East?

What type of pollution is a growing issue in cities like Tehran or Riyadh?

What is the impact of overusing groundwater in dry areas?

What human activity speeds up desertification in the Middle East?

Starter Quiz