Unit 3 Lesson 4

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What is the effect of fertilizer on nearby lakes and streams?

Back

Fertilizer leads to the growth of oxygen-depleting organisms.

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What does it mean to recycle?

Back

To collect old, used materials, and to process them and make them into new items.

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What can pollution harm?

Back

Pollution can harm the air, land, and water.

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What is conservation?

Back

Conservation is the act of conserving, or protecting the environment, plants, and animals.

Front

What are some actions you can take to help conserve the environment?

Back

Turn off water, turn off lights, turn off TV.

Front

What is a likely consequence of cutting down a forest?

Back

The destruction of habitats.

Front

What is the role of decomposers in the ecosystem?

Back

Decomposers break down dead organisms and recycle nutrients back into the soil.

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What is composting?

Back

Composting is the process of recycling organic waste into a rich soil amendment.

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What is the importance of biodiversity?

Back

Biodiversity helps ecosystems function effectively and provides resilience against environmental changes.

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What is an example of a renewable resource?

Back

Solar energy is an example of a renewable resource.