Ecological Footprint APES

Ecological Footprint APES

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Ecological Footprint APES

Ecological Footprint APES

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Science

University

Easy

NGSS
MS-ESS3-4, MS-LS2-5, HS-ESS3-1

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13 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Earth Overshoot Day?

Earth Overshoot Day is a celebration of Earth's abundance

Earth Overshoot Day is a holiday to promote environmental conservation

Earth Overshoot Day is the date when humanity's demand for ecological resources and services in a given year exceeds what Earth can regenerate in that year.

Earth Overshoot Day is the day when Earth's resources are at their peak

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the Ecological Footprint calculated?

The Ecological Footprint is calculated using a standardized global acre as the unit of measurement

The Ecological Footprint is calculated by measuring the area required to produce the resources a population consumes and to absorb its waste,

The Ecological Footprint is calculated by measuring the amount of non-biologically productive land and water area

The Ecological Footprint is calculated based on the population's income level

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The environmental impacts of overshooting Earth's resources include...

a rise in wildlife population, soil erosion, and ocean alkalinity

deforestation, loss of biodiversity, soil degradation, water scarcity, and increased carbon emissions

Decrease in air pollution and overpopulation

Increase in renewable energy sources and invasive species

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some strategies to reduce Ecological Footprint?

Maximizing waste production and increasing the use of nonrenewable energy sources, such as coal

Increasing energy consumption and waste production

reducing energy consumption, using renewable energy sources, minimizing waste production

Using non-renewable energy sources and minimizing waste production

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some individual actions that can be taken to address overshooting?

reducing consumption and recycling

Throwing away items instead of reusing or recycling

Increasing consumption and waste

Ignoring sustainable practices

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to track Earth Overshoot Day?

Tracking Earth Overshoot Day has no impact on the environment

Earth Overshoot Day is just a made-up concept with no real significance

It is not important to track Earth Overshoot Day because the Earth's resources are unlimited

to raise awareness about the overuse of Earth's resources and to encourage sustainable practices.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does overfishing contribute to overshooting Earth's resources?

Overfishing leads to an increase in fish populations

by depleting fish populations and disrupting the marine ecosystem.

Overfishing helps to maintain a balanced marine ecosystem

Overfishing has no impact on Earth's resources

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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