Biology GCSE
Widespread famine
What Widespread famine means in Biology GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Widespread famine
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A severe shortage of food that can occur in some countries if rains fail, especially where people cannot grow or buy enough food.
Topics that use Widespread famine
- Factors affecting food security (AQA GCSE)
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