Geography A-Level
Hydro-politics
What Hydro-politics means in Geography A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Hydro-politics
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Reference: AQA
The concept used when discussing international conflicts, particularly regarding upstream versus downstream power dynamics.
Topics that use Hydro-politics
- Water security (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Catchment
- Components of demand
- Desalination
- Greywater
- Sources of water
- Sustainability
- Transboundary water conflicts
- Virtual water trade
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