APES Unit 5 Part I

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What is soil erosion?
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Soil erosion is the process by which the top layer of soil is removed due to factors like water, wind, and human activities.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the main causes of soil erosion?
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The main causes of soil erosion include plowing, overgrazing, deforestation, and poor land management practices.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is composting?
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Composting is the process of recycling organic waste into a valuable fertilizer through decomposition.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the Urban Heat Island Effect?
Back
The Urban Heat Island Effect refers to urban areas being significantly warmer than their rural surroundings due to human activities and infrastructure.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is land reclamation?
Back
Land reclamation is the process of restoring land to its original or better condition after it has been degraded.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is bycatch in fishing?
Back
Bycatch refers to the unintentional capture of non-target species during fishing operations.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is trawling?
Back
Trawling is a fishing method that involves dragging a net through the water, which can cause significant damage to marine ecosystems.
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