resource consumption deifnition quiz

Ecological footprint refers to:

• The amount of land and water needed to support a person's lifestyle

• The carbon emissions from food production

• The distance food travels from farm to plate

• The impact of agriculture on soil quality

Economic water scarcity occurs when:

• There is not enough water to meet basic needs

• Water is physically unavailable due to drought

• Lack of infrastructure prevents access to available water resources

• Water is polluted and unsafe for consumption

The Tragedy of the Commons is:

• When individuals act in their own self-interest, leading to the depletion of shared resources

• The unequal distribution of food resources among communities

• The environmental impact of industrial agriculture

• The loss of traditional farming practices

Embedded water is:

• The amount of water used to produce a food item

• Water contained within the cells of fruits and vegetables

• The water used for irrigation in agriculture

• The water footprint of transporting food

Subsistence farming is characterized by:

• Large-scale commercial agriculture

• Farming primarily for personal consumption or local trade

• The use of genetically modified crops

• A focus on export-oriented crop production

Nutritional transition refers to:

• The shift from traditional to processed foods in developing countries

• The adoption of vegetarian or vegan diets

• The transition from hunting and gathering to agriculture

• The increasing prevalence of organic food consumption

Food security is achieved when:

• There is an absence of hunger and malnutrition

• A country is self-sufficient in food production

• Food prices are stable and affordable

• All people have access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food

Malnutrition can result from:

• Consuming too many calories

• Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables

•  A diet lacking in essential nutrients

• Engaging in regular physical activity

Chronic hunger is:

• Temporary hunger caused by short-term food shortages

• Hunger experienced by individuals on a low-calorie diet

• A persistent lack of access to sufficient food over an extended period

• Seasonal hunger due to fluctuations in food availability

Sustainable development aims to:

• Maximize economic growth without considering environmental impacts

• Preserve natural resources for future generations

• Prioritize social welfare over economic development

• Achieve a balance between economic, social, and environmental needs