ES Fall 24 Final Exam Review

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What is the impact of burning fossil fuels on future generations?

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Burning fossil fuels contributes to the rising temperature of the planet, leading to climate change.

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How does algae growth from fertilizer runoff affect aquatic environments?

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Algae growth lowers the amount of sunlight that reaches underwater plants, disrupting the ecosystem.

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What happens to used engine oil when disposed of improperly?

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Used engine oil seeps through the soil and can leak into and mix with groundwater, causing pollution.

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What is formed when sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides combine with water in the atmosphere?

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Acid rain is formed when sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides combine with water in the atmosphere.

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What is a positive action an individual can take to benefit an ecosystem?

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Planting native plants in a vacant lot can positively impact the local ecosystem.

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What is acid rain?

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Acid rain is precipitation that contains high levels of sulfuric and nitric acids, often due to air pollution.

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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 trapped heat from greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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What are the consequences of deforestation?

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Deforestation can lead to loss of biodiversity, disruption of water cycles, and increased carbon dioxide levels.

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What is biodiversity?

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

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How do fertilizers affect water quality?

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Fertilizers can lead to nutrient runoff, causing algal blooms that deplete oxygen in water and harm aquatic life.