Environmental Science Final

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Where does solid waste go to?

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Lined landfills are designed to contain solid waste and prevent contamination of the surrounding environment.

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What layer in the earth's atmosphere helps to protect us from the sun's ultraviolet rays?

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The ozone layer absorbs the majority of the sun's harmful ultraviolet radiation, protecting living organisms on Earth.

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How much energy is passed on from one trophic level to the next?

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Typically, only about 10% of the energy from one trophic level is transferred to the next level in an ecosystem.

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What do they call thrown away electronics?

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E-waste refers to discarded electronic devices, which can be harmful to the environment if not disposed of properly.

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Which of the following is NOT one of the five main causes of our environmental problems?

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Biodiversity is not considered a cause of environmental problems; rather, it is a measure of the variety of life in an ecosystem.

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What is the definition of biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the number of species, genetic diversity, and ecosystem diversity.

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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, keeping the planet warm enough to support life.

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What are renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.

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What is the significance of the carbon cycle?

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The carbon cycle is crucial for regulating Earth's climate and supporting life by cycling carbon through the atmosphere, oceans, and living organisms.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment, including both biotic and abiotic components.