Human Environment Interactions Vocab Flashcard

Front

Which word means to make something suitable for a new use or purpose?

Back

adapt

Front

What is known as the most consistent weather conditions in an area over a period of time?

Back

climate

Front

To preserve and protect something is also known as -

Back

conservation

Front

What is a natural feature of the Earth's surface called?

Back

landform

Front

When I look outside and see the visible features of an area, I'm seeing the -

Back

landscape

Front

They ____________the land by cutting through the hills to build a road.

Back

modified

Front

Which one is NOT a natural hazard? earthquake, tornado, mountain stream, hurricane

Back

mountain stream

Front

Which item below is a natural resource? desks, chairs, trees, snakes

Back

trees

Front

Which is an example of pollution? Options: snow caps on mountains, buffalo on the plains, plastic bottles in the river, picking up trash at the lake

Back

plastic bottles in the river