Intro to Environmental Science Review

Intro to Environmental Science Review

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Flashcard

Science

12th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is biodiversity?

Back

Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the diversity of species, genetic variation, and ecosystem diversity.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does sustainability mean?

Back

Sustainability is the practice of ensuring that resources are used in a way that meets current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What time period is most associated with the origins of today's environmental problems?

Back

The Industrial Revolution is most associated with the origins of today's environmental problems due to increased industrial activity and resource consumption.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to the price of a good or service as demand increases?

Back

As demand increases, the price (or value) of the good or service increases.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How are natural resources distributed on Earth?

Back

Natural resources are unevenly distributed across the Earth, with some regions having abundant resources while others have very few.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an ecological footprint?

Back

An ecological footprint measures the environmental impact of an individual, community, or organization, expressed as the amount of land and water area required to produce the resources consumed and absorb the waste generated.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the Amazon Rainforest in terms of biodiversity?

Back

The Amazon Rainforest is significant for biodiversity as it is home to a vast number of species, making it one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet.

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