Resources, Population, Humans and Environment

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5th - 6th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is recycling and how does it conserve natural resources?
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Recycling is the process of collecting and processing materials that would otherwise be thrown away as trash and turning them into new products. It conserves natural resources by allowing us to re-use products instead of manufacturing new ones.
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NGSS.MS-PS1-3
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the key difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?
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The key difference is that non-renewable resources exist in limited quantities and cannot be replenished within a human timescale, while renewable resources can be replenished naturally over time.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What factors have contributed to the increase in human population over the last 200 years?
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Factors include advancements in medicine, improved sanitation, better nutrition, and overall longer life expectancy.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the environmental benefits of recycling?
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Recycling reduces the amount of waste sent to landfills and incinerators, conserves natural resources, saves energy, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
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NGSS.MS-LS2-5
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a landfill and what are its environmental impacts?
Back
A landfill is a site for the disposal of waste materials. Its environmental impacts include soil and water contamination, greenhouse gas emissions, and habitat destruction.
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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can individuals reduce their waste production?
Back
Individuals can reduce waste by minimizing consumption, reusing items, recycling materials, and composting organic waste.
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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are some examples of renewable resources?
Back
Examples of renewable resources include solar energy, wind energy, hydroelectric power, and biomass.
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