Humans and the Environment

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What is pollution?

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Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment.

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Why is pollution harmful to our environment?

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Pollution can make it hard to breathe and make living things sick.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is made up of living and nonliving things in an environment.

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What does it mean to use resources wisely?

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Using resources wisely means practicing conservation.

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What is conservation?

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Conservation is the careful use of resources to prevent waste.

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How are Georgia's beaches being harmed?

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Georgia's beaches are being harmed by littering.

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What can humans do to help the environment?

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Humans can reduce pollution, conserve resources, and protect ecosystems.

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What is recycling?

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Recycling is the process of converting waste into reusable material.

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What are renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are resources that can be replenished naturally, like sunlight and wind.

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What is energy conservation?

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Energy conservation is using less energy by being more efficient.