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    Physical causes

    What Physical causes means in Geography GCSE, as defined for AQA.

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    Factors such as a landlocked location, which restricts trade, or extreme climates and frequent natural hazards that destroy infrastructure and deter investment.
    AQA · Section B: The changing economic world

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