The Environement

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What is a commons?

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A commons refers to resources that are shared by a community, such as air, water, and public parks, which are accessible to all.

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What is an example of a resource that is not a commons?

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Privately owned farms are not considered commons because they are owned by individuals and not shared by the community.

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What happens to the demand for natural resources as the human population grows?

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The demand for natural resources increases as the human population grows.

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What is an ecological footprint?

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An ecological footprint is the amount of land and water area required to supply the resources a person or population consumes and to absorb the waste they produce.

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How can using public transportation affect your ecological footprint?

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Using public transportation can reduce your ecological footprint by decreasing the amount of fossil fuels consumed and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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What does it mean when a population reaches carrying capacity?

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When a population reaches carrying capacity, it means that the environment can support no more individuals of that species without degrading the habitat.

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What is deforestation?

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Deforestation is the clearing or thinning of forests by humans, which can lead to loss of biodiversity and increased carbon emissions.

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What are single-use plastics?

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Single-use plastics are items designed to be used once and then discarded, contributing to pollution and waste.

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What is the significance of the ecological footprint in environmental science?

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The ecological footprint helps measure the environmental impact of individuals or populations, indicating how sustainable their consumption patterns are.

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What is the relationship between population growth and resource consumption?

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As the population grows, the consumption of natural resources typically increases, leading to potential shortages and environmental degradation.