The Living Earth - Unit 2, Days 1-14 Review

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What does it mean to "mitigate" something?

Back

To reduce or lessen the severity, intensity, or impact.

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What is the significance of CO2 emissions data from 1950 to 2000?

Back

This period saw the most significant increase in CO2 emissions.

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Why is light energy crucial for plants?

Back

It helps plants create glucose through photosynthesis.

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What is a Direct Air Capture (DAC) unit?

Back

A technology designed to capture carbon dioxide directly from the atmosphere.

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Why are Direct Air Capture (DAC) units not more common?

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They are currently expensive and there is not enough funding.

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What trend did the human population exhibit between 1950 and 2000?

Back

The population grew the most during this period.

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Define photosynthesis.

Back

The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What role does glucose play in plants?

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Glucose serves as an energy source for growth and metabolism.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The warming of Earth’s surface due to trapped heat by greenhouse gases.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, such as CO2, methane, and nitrous oxide.