APES Unit 5a

Front

What is the primary reason for the clearing of 40% of rainforests in the last 40 years?

Back

Cattle pasture.

Front

What is an aquifer?

Back

A geological layer consisting of underground caverns and porous layers of sand, gravel, or bedrock, where groundwater flows.

Front

What policy would likely reduce the ecological footprint of cities the most?

Back

Setting higher fuel efficiency standards for vehicles.

Front

What environmental issue arises from replacing pervious land with impervious surfaces?

Back

Increased urban runoff.

Front

What is the environmental impact of cutting and burning trees?

Back

It releases carbon dioxide and contributes to climate change.

Front

Define monoculture plantations.

Back

Agricultural practice of growing a single crop species over a wide area for many consecutive years.

Front

What is the zone of saturation?

Back

The area in an aquifer where all the spaces between rocks and soil are filled with water.

Front

What is the significance of groundwater recharge?

Back

It is the process by which water from precipitation and surface water infiltrates into the ground to replenish aquifers.

Front

How does urban runoff affect water quality?

Back

Urban runoff can carry pollutants into water bodies, degrading water quality and harming aquatic ecosystems.

Front

What are the consequences of increased urban runoff?

Back

It can lead to flooding, erosion, and water pollution.