Human Impacts on the Environment

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What is a consequence?

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A result or effect of an action or condition.

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What are some consequences of a warming Earth?

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Increase in forest fires, stronger hurricanes, severe droughts, and melting glaciers causing sea levels to rise.

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How are new laws helping the environment?

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They create wildlife preserves and protect natural habitats.

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What is one way to reduce fossil fuel use?

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Carpooling to school.

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How can we reduce fossil fuel consumption?

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By carpooling, turning off cars while in line, and using public transportation.

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What evidence do we have that climate has changed over time?

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Records of temperatures, examining tree rings, and studying ice cores from glaciers.

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What is a glacier?

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A large mass of ice that moves slowly over land.

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What are renewable resources?

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Resources that can be replenished naturally, such as solar energy and wind.

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What is biofuel?

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Fuel made from living organisms or organic matter.

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What is the role of wildlife preserves?

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To protect endangered species and their habitats.