Environmental Science Review

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What is a renewable energy source?

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A renewable energy source is one that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar, wind, or hydroelectric energy.

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What is the benefit of effective irrigation techniques?

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Effective irrigation techniques can increase the amount of crops being produced, leading to greater food security.

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True or False: A biome is the variety of life on Earth.

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False. A biome is a large ecological area on Earth, while the variety of life is referred to as biodiversity.

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True or False: Decomposers feed on the remains of dead plants and animals.

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True. Decomposers break down dead organic material, returning nutrients to the soil.

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What natural phenomenon is caused by Earth's internal heat sources?

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Volcanic eruptions are caused by Earth's internal heat sources.

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, including coal, oil, and natural gas.

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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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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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What role do producers play in an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.