Chapter 5 AICE Environmental Management

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What does 'Homogeneous' mean?

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Consisting of parts all of the same kind.

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What are the impacts of energy insecurity?

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Increased energy prices, Economic instability, Social unrest.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

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What is selective breeding?

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Choosing specific animals to breed based on desired traits.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-5

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What is a 'Subsistence farmer'?

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A farmer who grows enough food to feed themselves and their family.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

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What does aquaponics combine?

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Hydroponics and aquaculture.

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Define 'Biodiversity'.

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The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What is 'Sustainable Development'?

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Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

NGSS.HS-LS2-7

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What is 'Ecosystem Services'?

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The benefits that humans derive from ecosystems, including provisioning, regulating, cultural, and supporting services.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What is 'Renewable Energy'?

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Energy from sources that are naturally replenished, such as solar, wind, and hydro.

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Define 'Carbon Footprint'.

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The total amount of greenhouse gases emitted directly or indirectly by an individual, organization, event, or product.

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

NGSS.HS-LS2-7