Human Impacts on the Environment Exit Ticket

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What is biofuel?

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Biofuel is a type of fuel that is made from plants or organic materials. It is renewable and can be used as an alternative to fossil fuels.

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What is a nonrenewable natural resource?

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A nonrenewable natural resource is a resource that cannot be replaced or regenerated within a human timescale, such as oil.

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What percentage of the Earth's water is freshwater?

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Only 3% of the Earth's water is freshwater, which is essential for drinking, agriculture, and sanitation.

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What advancements helped humans live longer after the Industrial Revolution?

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Improved medicine, improved technologies, and improved nutrition all contributed to increased life expectancy after the Industrial Revolution.

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What resources are in high demand due to large human populations?

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Oil, water, and trees are all in high demand due to the growing needs of large human populations.

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What is solar energy?

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Solar energy is energy that comes from the sun, which can be harnessed using solar panels to generate electricity.

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What is the importance of trees in the environment?

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Trees provide oxygen, improve air quality, conserve water, preserve soil, and support wildlife.

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What is pollution?

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Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment, which can cause adverse effects on living organisms.

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What is climate change?

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Climate change refers to significant changes in global temperatures and weather patterns over time, largely driven by human activities.

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What are renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.