Intro to Environmental Science (Unit 1)

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What period in human history is associated with the beginning of most environmental problems?

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Industrial Revolution

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In which type of countries is the resource consumption crisis more severe?

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Developed countries

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What characterizes Less-Developed Countries?

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Less economically developed and have a lower average income.

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What is an example of extinction?

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The last Baiji dolphin died in the wild.

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Which of the following is not one of the three main categories used to classify most environmental problems?

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Ozone Depletion

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Define Environmental Science.

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The study of the interactions between the physical, chemical, and biological components of the environment.

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What is pollution?

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The introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment.

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What is resource depletion?

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The consumption of a resource faster than it can be replenished.

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What is extinction?

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The end of an organism or a group of organisms, resulting in the loss of biodiversity.

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What is the significance of the Industrial Revolution in environmental science?

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It marked a period of rapid industrial growth that led to increased pollution and resource consumption.