Science Topic 2 Lesson 4 - Human Impacts on the Environment

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What is the impact of transporting materials on the environment?

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Transporting materials can create a risk of spills.

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What harmful effect does fossil fuel combustion have on the environment?

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Fossil fuel combustion releases harmful chemicals into the air.

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How does mining affect the land?

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Mining leaves large areas of land changed.

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What is a conclusion about renewable and nonrenewable energy sources?

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Renewable sources of energy have less impact on the environment than nonrenewable sources.

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What can installing solar cells and hydropower dams do to habitats?

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Installing solar cells and hydropower dams can disturb habitats.

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What are renewable energy sources?

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Renewable energy sources are energy sources that can be replenished naturally, like solar and wind.

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What are nonrenewable energy sources?

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Nonrenewable energy sources are energy sources that cannot be replenished in a short time, like fossil fuels.

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What is an example of a harmful chemical released by fossil fuels?

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Carbon dioxide is a harmful chemical released by burning fossil fuels.

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Why is it important to reduce our use of fossil fuels?

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Reducing fossil fuel use helps decrease air pollution and combat climate change.

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What is habitat disturbance?

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Habitat disturbance is when natural environments are altered or destroyed, affecting the plants and animals living there.

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