Sustainability

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What is Sustainability?

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Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to survive.

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What is a Nonrenewable Resource?

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A resource that cannot be replaced, such as coal or oil.

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Are trees renewable resources?

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True

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What has happened to resource consumption in the last several hundred years?

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It has increased dramatically.

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Is wind a renewable resource?

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True

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What is a Renewable Resource?

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A resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy or trees.

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Define Ecological Footprint.

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A measure of human demand on the Earth's ecosystems, representing the amount of natural capital used.

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What is the concept of Carbon Footprint?

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The total amount of greenhouse gases produced directly and indirectly by human activities, usually expressed in equivalent tons of carbon dioxide.

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What does it mean to practice Conservation?

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The sustainable management of natural resources to prevent depletion and ensure their availability for future generations.

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What is the significance of Biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in the world or a particular habitat, and it is crucial for ecosystem resilience and human survival.