Question by Garrett H: What percent of peasants was collectivized in Soviet Russia? Were entire villages forcefully cleaned out and deserted or were select peasants taken, such as the kulaks? And for that matter, who were the kulaks? While we're at … [Read more...] about What percent of peasants was collectivized in Soviet Russia?
Economy and Geography
What country has similar geographical features to Russia?
Question by Paint It, Black: What country would you say has similar geographical features to Russia? Russia has alot of tundra with frozen foil and very little vegetation, many lakes, some near-desert areas and, obviously, some very large main … [Read more...] about What country has similar geographical features to Russia?
What Russian energy needs might be met without relying on nuclear facilities?
Question by Neris: What are some other energy needs that Russia might be met without relying nuclear facilities? What are some other energy needs that Russia might be met without relying nuclear facilities or other enviromentally dangerous means? ( … [Read more...] about What Russian energy needs might be met without relying on nuclear facilities?
Is Russia likely to be more ecologically responsible?
Question by Lian: Is the Russian Federation, in your opinion, likely to be more ecologically responsible? The Soviet Union paid little attention to the environment and pollution became a major problem. Is the Russian Federation, in your opinion, … [Read more...] about Is Russia likely to be more ecologically responsible?
How much does Russia profits annually from gas and oil exports?
Question by Nemanja S: How much does Russia profits annually from gas and oil exports? Does anyone know the percent of their budget revenue from these exports? And also how much more will they earn from their new pipelines to Europe,China due before … [Read more...] about How much does Russia profits annually from gas and oil exports?
What was the exchange rate for Russian Rubles to America Dollars in the 1970’s?
Question by Brotherbargain: What was the exchange rate for Russian Rubles to America Dollars in the 1970's? What was the exchange rate for Russian Rubles to America Dollars in the 1970's? Please let me know where I can find this. Thank you. Answers … [Read more...] about What was the exchange rate for Russian Rubles to America Dollars in the 1970’s?
Which of the following statements best describes Russia’s physical environment?
Question by Aaron: Which of the following statements best describes Russia’s physical environment? Russia is quite flat with virtually no mountains except in the extreme north. Most of Russia is too wet for many types of agriculture. Russia has a … [Read more...] about Which of the following statements best describes Russia’s physical environment?