There were 4 main physical factors that have prevented rapid economic development in some countries:
Landlocked Countries:
With no access to the seas, the country is cut off from seaborne trade which is important for economic growth
Climate:
Climate related diseases and pests are common in tropical Africa, Asia and South America .
For example, mosquitoes which can spread malaria are found in these locations.
Disease affects the ability of the population to stay healthy enough to work which impacts development.
Extreme Weather:
For example, cyclones, droughts and floods in tropical regions.
Extreme weather can slow development and it can be costly to repair damage which further slows development.
Lack of Safe Water:
Is a barrier - lack of safe water increases disease and death rates which impacts the working population
Landlocked Countries:
With no access to the seas, the country is cut off from seaborne trade which is important for economic growth
Climate:
Climate related diseases and pests are common in tropical Africa, Asia and South America .
For example, mosquitoes which can spread malaria are found in these locations.
Disease affects the ability of the population to stay healthy enough to work which impacts development.
Extreme Weather:
For example, cyclones, droughts and floods in tropical regions.
Extreme weather can slow development and it can be costly to repair damage which further slows development.
Lack of Safe Water:
Is a barrier - lack of safe water increases disease and death rates which impacts the working population