7E6.2 Human Impact

What major cities are mentioned as no longer existing in the year 2100 due to rising sea levels?

• Los Angeles, Berlin, and Rio de Janeiro

• Beijing, Moscow, and Cairo

• London, New York, and Mumbai

• Tokyo, Paris, and Sydney

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What has caused the exponential growth of the human population since the late 19th century?

• Medical breakthroughs

• Industrial Revolution

• Technological innovations

• Advancements in agriculture

What is the primary cause of pollution mentioned in the video?

• Burning fossil fuels

• Deforestation

• Agricultural runoff

• Plastic waste

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What is the greenhouse effect linked to?

• Deforestation

• Climate change

• Water pollution

• Soil erosion

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Which animal is mentioned as being endangered due to warmer weather in the Arctic?

• Seals

• Penguins

• Walruses

• Polar bears

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What is the term used for the removal of trees to make room for agriculture or mining?

• Desertification

• Deforestation

• Reforestation

• Afforestation

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Which endangered species is mentioned as being affected by the deforestation in Borneo?

• Orangutans

• Elephants

• Tigers

• Rhinos

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What role do forests play in the water cycle?

• They store groundwater

• They prevent floods

• They create rainfall

• They recycle fresh water

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What type of waste is mentioned as containing toxic substances that can kill organisms?

• Plastic waste

• Sewage, pesticides, and fertilizers

• Electronic waste

• Industrial waste

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What positive steps are mentioned towards the end of the video?

• Increased use of plastic

• More deforestation

• Governments aiming to cut down reliance on fossil fuels

• Increased landfill usage

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