ES 1.1 Understanding our Environment

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What term represents Earth as a closed system in regard to matter?

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Spaceship Earth: This concept illustrates that Earth does not gain new supplies of matter and cannot dispose of waste, emphasizing the need for sustainable management of resources.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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Which of the following is NOT a renewable resource?

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Minerals: Unlike renewable resources such as solar energy, crops, and fresh water, minerals are finite and cannot be replenished on a human timescale.

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What field of study involves the physical, biological, and social sciences?

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Environmental Science: This interdisciplinary field examines the interactions between humans and the environment, integrating knowledge from various scientific disciplines.

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What is one important effect that hunter-gatherer societies may have had on the environment?

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Extinction: Hunter-gatherer societies impacted ecosystems, leading to the extinction of certain species due to overhunting and habitat alteration.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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What type of resource may be broken down by natural processes?

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Biodegradable: These resources can decompose naturally, reducing environmental impact, unlike nondegradable or nonrenewable resources.

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Define 'Biosphere'.

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Biosphere: The global sum of all ecosystems, representing the zone of life on Earth, where living organisms interact with the environment.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

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What is 'Pollution'?

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Pollution: The introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment, causing adverse effects on ecosystems and human health.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

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What does 'Quality of Life' refer to?

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Quality of Life: A measure of the general well-being of individuals and societies, encompassing health, comfort, and happiness.

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

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What is a 'Renewable Resource'?

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Renewable Resource: A natural resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind, and biomass.

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What is 'Nonrenewable Resource'?

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Nonrenewable Resource: A resource that cannot be replenished within a human timescale, such as fossil fuels and minerals.

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