Geography GCSE
Rising affluence
What Rising affluence means in Geography GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Rising affluence
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Reference: AQA
People in wealthier nations consume more water domestically through appliances like washing machines, dishwashers, and power showers, as well as eating more meat, which has a high water footprint.
Topics that use Rising affluence
- Water (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- 'Grey' water
- Atmospheric circulation
- Dams and reservoirs
- Desalination
- Economic development
- Economic impacts
- Geopolitical conflict
- Groundwater management
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