Brazil- Globalisation

In the Economic/Environmental debate, what is Brazil an example of?

Economic sustainability over environmental.

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Between 1960-2009 Brazil's secondary industry grew by how much?

50 times over.

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What was the population in 1950, and 2011?

1950- 54 million, 2011- 201 million

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Is Brazil's economic growth sustainable?

Yes

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What natural resources are in abundance that can be exploited?

Oil, timber and minerals.

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What is the major reason for deforestation in the Amazon basin?

Cattle ranching and plantations.

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The rainforest has shrunk the equvilent of hlaf of continental Europe, what % is this?

18% of it's original size.

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Hydroelectric power is a key way of getting enough energy for the growing population. How much has it grown since 1960?

Ninefold

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Between 1960-2009 Brazil's secondary industry grew by how much?

50 times over.

What was the population in 1950, and 2011?

Is Brazil's economic growth sustainable?

What natural resources are in abundance that can be exploited?

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