Env Science Fall Final Review

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water. Animals do not release oxygen during this process; they consume it.

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Which region currently has the fastest growing populations?

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Asia is currently experiencing the fastest growing populations.

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What percentage of energy is typically passed from one trophic level to the next in an ecosystem?

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Only about 10% of the energy is passed to the next trophic level.

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What type of water is suitable for keeping tropical fish?

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Tropical fish require salt water at the right temperature for their habitat.

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What demographic challenge does Japan face due to its age structure?

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Japan faces the challenge of having too many old people and not enough young people to support them.

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Define biodiversity.

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the number of different species, genetic diversity, and ecosystem diversity.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of Earth's surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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Explain the concept of an ecological footprint.

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An ecological footprint measures the environmental impact of an individual or population, expressed as the amount of land and water area required to produce the resources consumed and absorb the waste generated.

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What is the significance of the water cycle?

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The water cycle is crucial for maintaining ecosystems, regulating climate, and providing fresh water for all living organisms.

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What are invasive species?

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Invasive species are non-native organisms that spread widely in a new habitat, often causing harm to native species and ecosystems.