Intro to Environmental Science

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What is Environmental Justice?

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Environmental Justice refers to the fair treatment and involvement of all people in environmental policies and practices, ensuring that no group of people, especially marginalized communities, bears a disproportionate share of negative environmental consequences.

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What does it mean for a resource to be Recycleable?

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A Recycleable resource is one that can be processed and used again, reducing waste and conserving natural resources.

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What is the Tragedy of the Commons?

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The Tragedy of the Commons is an economic theory that describes how individuals, acting in their own self-interest, can deplete shared resources, leading to negative outcomes for the entire community.

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What does it mean when something is unsustainable?

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When something is unsustainable, it means that it cannot be maintained over the long term and will eventually run out or degrade.

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What is Biocapacity?

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Biocapacity is the capacity of an ecosystem to produce useful biological materials and to absorb waste materials generated by humans, given current management practices.

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Define Ecological Footprint.

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The Ecological Footprint measures the demand on Earth's ecosystems and compares it to the planet's ability to regenerate resources and absorb waste.

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What is Sustainability?

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Sustainability is the ability to meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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What are Renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.

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What are Nonrenewable resources?

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Nonrenewable resources are resources that do not replenish at a sustainable rate, such as fossil fuels and minerals.

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What is Environmental Policy?

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Environmental Policy refers to the laws, regulations, and practices that govern how humans interact with the environment, aiming to protect natural resources and public health.

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