- Describe the physical characteristics of a cold environment (polar and tundra).
- Analyze the interdependence of climate, permafrost, soils, plants, animals, and people in cold environments.
- Explain how plants and animals adapt to physical conditions in cold environments.
- Discuss issues related to biodiversity in cold environments.
- Evaluate development opportunities in cold environments using a case study (e.g., mineral extraction, energy, fishing, tourism).
- Assess the challenges of developing cold environments, such as extreme temperature, inaccessibility, and infrastructure provision.
- Evaluate the value of cold environments as wilderness areas and the need for protection.
- Assess strategies to balance economic development and conservation, including the use of technology, government roles, and international agreements.
