Environmental Science Flashcards

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The Greenhouse Effect

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A natural process that warms the Earth's surface.

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Fossil Fuels

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Natural fuels formed from the remains of living organisms.

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Renewable Resources

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Resources that can be replenished naturally over time.

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Biofuels

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Fuels made from living matter or organic materials.

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Non-renewable Resources

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Resources that cannot be easily replenished once used.

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Farming

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The practice of cultivating land and raising crops.

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Logging

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The process of cutting down trees for timber.

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Mining

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The extraction of minerals from the Earth.

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Hydropower

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Energy generated from moving water.

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Global Climate Change

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Long-term changes in temperature and weather patterns.