Conservation and Environmental Awareness

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Conservation

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the careful use of a resource to prevent it from being wasted and make it last longer

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A point source is...

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single source of air pollution

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Which natural resource does solar power most directly conserve?

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Fossil fuels

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Ways to conserve water at home: Take showers in cooler water, Drink only tap water, Plant drought-tolerant grass in their yard, Wash all laundry in smaller loads.

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Plant drought-tolerant grass in their yard.

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A company distributes an air purification system. They make the following claim: "This breakthrough technology may increase air quality inside your home by effectively reducing the following: mold, mildew, bacteria, chemical gases, pet odors, pollens, dust and dust mites, animal dander, viruses, and much more." Which can best be inferred about this product?

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The purification system will not completely remove, but will reduce, harmful agents.

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Mr. Cruise wants to save energy in his household during the hot summer months, what would be the best solution?

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Set the air conditioning to a constant 78 degrees.

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A small community is experiencing a shortage in water during a long drought season. What should community members do?

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Limit their use of water to only certain times and days.