APES Global Climate Summit Review

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What type of fuel source causes deforestation?

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Biomass is a fuel source that can lead to deforestation due to the need for land to grow the biomass crops.

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What describes the birth and death rate of Stage 2 of the Demographic Transition Model (DTM)?

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In Stage 2 of the DTM, the death rate is decreasing while the birth rate remains high, leading to population growth.

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Which of the following is NOT a non-renewable energy source?

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Biomass is considered a renewable energy source, unlike uranium, coal, and natural gas.

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What growth model is represented by an S-shaped curve?

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The logistic growth model is characterized by an S-shaped curve, indicating population growth that levels off as resources become limited.

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What is the main cause of coral bleaching?

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Higher ocean temperatures are the primary cause of coral bleaching, leading to the expulsion of symbiotic algae from coral.

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Define non-renewable energy sources.

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Non-renewable energy sources are those that cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as fossil fuels and nuclear energy.

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What is the significance of the logistic growth model in ecology?

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The logistic growth model helps to understand how populations grow in an environment with limited resources, showing how growth slows as it approaches carrying capacity.

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Explain the concept of deforestation.

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Deforestation is the large-scale removal of trees from forested areas, often resulting in damage to the quality of the land.

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What are the environmental impacts of biomass energy?

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Biomass energy can lead to deforestation, habitat loss, and increased greenhouse gas emissions if not managed sustainably.

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What is coral bleaching?

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Coral bleaching occurs when corals lose their color due to stress factors like increased water temperature, leading to the loss of symbiotic algae.