Environmental Science Benchmark #1

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What is a renewable natural resource?

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A renewable natural resource is a resource that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.

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What is the definition of environment?

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The environment refers to all the surroundings that affect living things, including air, water, land, and other organisms.

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What happens to the price of a product when there is an increase in supply?

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When there is an increase in supply, the price of the product typically goes down due to the basic principles of supply and demand.

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What is the relationship between human population and resource consumption?

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The greater the human population, the greater the amount of resources being used.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that is formed much more slowly than it is consumed, such as fossil fuels and minerals.

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Give an example of a renewable resource.

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Solar energy is an example of a renewable resource.

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What is the impact of deforestation on the environment?

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Deforestation can lead to loss of biodiversity, disruption of water cycles, and increased greenhouse gas emissions.

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What is ecological sustainability?

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Ecological sustainability refers to the ability to maintain the health of ecosystems and the natural environment over time.

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What is the significance of biodiversity?

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Biodiversity is important because it contributes to ecosystem resilience, provides resources for food and medicine, and supports ecological balance.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat, leading to a warming of the planet.