Intro to Environmental Science Review

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is biodiversity?
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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the diversity of species, genetic variation, and ecosystem diversity.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the significance of the Amazon Rainforest in terms of biodiversity?
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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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