Sustainability vocabulary review

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What is consumer food waste?

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Consumer food waste refers to food that is discarded or allowed to spoil by consumers, such as food left to rot in a refrigerator.

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What does the F in FARE stand for?

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The F in FARE stands for Food.

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What does the A in FARE stand for?

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The A in FARE stands for Agriculture.

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What is a limiting factor?

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A limiting factor is a condition that slows or restricts the growth of a community or ecosystem.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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What does the R in FARE stand for?

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The R in FARE stands for Renewable Resources.

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What is sustainability?

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Sustainability is the ability to meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What are renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and timber.

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What is food waste?

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Food waste is any food that is discarded, lost, or uneaten, often occurring at various stages of the food supply chain.

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What is the importance of recycling?

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Recycling helps reduce waste, conserve natural resources, and minimize environmental impact.

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What is composting?

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Composting is the process of recycling organic waste, such as food scraps and yard waste, into a nutrient-rich soil amendment.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3