Human Impacts on the Environment

Human Impacts on the Environment

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Science

6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is biofuel?

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Biofuel is a type of fuel made from organic materials, such as plants and animal waste, that can be used as an alternative to fossil fuels.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are nonrenewable resources?

Back

Nonrenewable resources are natural resources that cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as oil, coal, and natural gas.

3.

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Front

What is the Industrial Revolution?

Back

The Industrial Revolution was a period of major industrialization during the late 18th and early 19th centuries that transformed economies from agrarian to industrial.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is pollution?

Back

Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment, which can cause adverse effects on living organisms and ecosystems.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of improved medicine in human longevity?

Back

Improved medicine has led to better healthcare, disease prevention, and treatment, contributing to longer life expectancy.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the impact of large human populations on natural resources?

Back

Large human populations increase the demand for natural resources like water, oil, and trees, leading to over-exploitation and environmental degradation.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is renewable energy?

Back

Renewable energy comes from sources that are naturally replenished, such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power.

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