Unit 6 (Human Impact) Grade Recovery_ESCI

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What are natural resources?

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Natural resources are materials or substances that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain, such as water, minerals, forests, and fossil fuels.

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How can we use natural resources?

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We can use natural resources for energy, food, construction, and various other purposes.

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What is an ecological footprint?

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An ecological footprint measures the environmental impact of an individual or community, expressed as the amount of land and water area required to produce the resources consumed and absorb the waste generated.

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What factors contribute to an ecological footprint?

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Waste production, water and energy use, food and shelter, clothing and transportation all contribute to an ecological footprint.

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What are some human solutions for limiting global warming?

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Being more energy-efficient, using renewable sources of energy, and removing carbon from fossil fuel emissions are solutions to limit global warming.

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How does deforestation affect climate change?

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Deforestation increases climate change because less CO2 is absorbed from the atmosphere.

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What are the pros and cons of renewable energy sources?

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Renewable energy sources have benefits such as sustainability and reduced emissions, but they can also have drawbacks, such as impact on wildlife and land use.

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Which renewable energy source is harmful to birds and bats?

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Wind Energy can be harmful to birds and bats due to collisions with turbine blades.

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What is energy efficiency?

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Energy efficiency refers to using less energy to provide the same service or achieve the same outcome, reducing energy waste.

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What are renewable energy sources?

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Renewable energy sources are energy sources that are replenished naturally, such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, geothermal, and biomass.