Semester Review Part One (Unit 2-4)

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What was a significant factor that led to the Dust Bowl in the 1930s?

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Poor agricultural practices and severe drought.

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What is a renewable energy source that can be used to reduce reliance on fossil fuels?

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Wind energy.

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What is a primary cause of acid rain?

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Emission of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides.

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What is a direct effect of increased greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?

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Increased global temperatures.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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Coal.

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Define 'renewable energy'.

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

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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

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Name two examples of nonrenewable resources.

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Coal and petroleum.

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What is the impact of deforestation on the environment?

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It leads to loss of biodiversity, increased carbon dioxide levels, and disruption of water cycles.