Human Impact

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What is human impact on the environment?

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Human impact refers to the effects that human activities have on the natural environment, including pollution, deforestation, and climate change.

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What is decomposition?

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Decomposition is the process by which organic substances are broken down into simpler organic or inorganic matter, often by microorganisms.

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Which item takes the least time to decompose: cut down trees, newspapers, cut grass, or paper cups?

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Cut grass takes the least amount of time to decompose.

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What is renewable energy?

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Renewable energy is energy that is collected from resources that are naturally replenished, such as sunlight, wind, and water.

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How does converting solar energy into electricity help the environment?

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It reduces the reliance on fossil fuels like coal, which helps slow down their depletion and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.

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What is deforestation?

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Deforestation is the clearing or thinning of forests by humans, which can lead to habitat loss and increased carbon dioxide levels.

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What is a sustainable practice for managing tree resources?

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Planting a tree each time one is cut down is a sustainable practice that helps maintain forest levels.

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What is energy conservation?

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Energy conservation is the practice of reducing energy use to save resources and reduce environmental impact.

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What is one good practice to conserve energy at home?

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Turning off lights when not in use is a good practice to conserve energy.

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the number of species and their interactions.