APES Unit 5 Mixed Review

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What are the environmental consequences of increased meat production?

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Increased meat production can lead to pollution problems, contamination of drinking water, increased pressure on grain supply, and higher energy inputs from fossil fuels. However, it does not decrease the spread of diseases like mad cow disease.

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What health issues can arise from a steady diet of high calorie, low nutrition fast food?

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A steady diet of high calorie, low nutrition fast food may lead to overnutrition and malnutrition.

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How can genetically modified crops influence biodiversity?

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Genetically modified crops can influence an environment's biodiversity by competing with or reproducing with native crops.

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What is the purpose of an aqueduct?

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The purpose of an aqueduct is to move water from one place to another.

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How has the amount of water used for irrigation changed over the last 50 years?

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The amount of water used for irrigation has doubled due to the increase in food needed to feed the growing human population.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

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Define overnutrition.

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Overnutrition is a form of malnutrition where an individual consumes more calories than needed, leading to obesity and related health issues.

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Define malnutrition.

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Malnutrition refers to deficiencies, excesses, or imbalances in a person's intake of energy and/or nutrients.

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What is the impact of animal waste on drinking water?

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Animal waste can contaminate drinking water wells with nitrates, posing health risks to humans.

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What are the consequences of increased energy inputs from fossil fuels in agriculture?

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Increased energy inputs from fossil fuels can lead to higher greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to climate change.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

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What is the relationship between meat production and grain supply?

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Increased meat production puts pressure on the world's grain supply as more grain is needed to feed livestock.