M4Q4 Holiday Homework_Sustainable Management

What is the estimated amount of plastic entering the oceans in 2021?

• 5 million metric tons

• 12 million metric tons

• 17 million metric tons

• 25 million metric tons

What is one major environmental issue caused by ocean acidification?

• Increase in coral reef biodiversity

• Decrease in sea-level rise

• Disruption of marine food webs

• Decrease in carbon absorption by oceans

Which of the following is NOT one of the three dimensions of sustainability in a food system?

• Economic sustainability

• Social sustainability

• Political sustainability

• Environmental sustainability

What is the role of oceans in regulating Earth’s systems?

• Oceans decrease the Earth's oxygen levels.

• Oceans contribute to deforestation.

• Oceans regulate global climate and are carbon sinks.

• Oceans eliminate all types of pollution.

Which statement best defines the concept of a sustainable food system?

• A system focused on maximizing food production only

• A system that provides food security now and in the future, balancing economic, social, and environmental aspects

• A system that relies on a single type of crop production

• A system where only large corporations benefit

Provide one reason why sustainable consumption is challenging.

• Equal material use across all countries ensure an equal distribution of resources to people

• Fossil fuel subsidies are decreasing due to the rising conflicts in different parts of the world

• Material footprint per capita is 10 times higher in high-income countries than low-income ones

• Food waste is decreasing in highly developed countries causing more equality among the people

What percentage of people lacked safely managed drinking water in 2022?

• 10%

• 18%

• 28%

• 50%

According to the source "Goal-14_Life Below Water_Fast-Facts", describe how ocean acidification and ocean warming affect marine ecosystems. Use specific examples and data from the resources provided..

According to the source "Sustainable Food Systems", outline the structure and components of a sustainable food system. Your answer should include the economic, social, and environmental dimensions and explain how they interact.

According to the source, "SDG_Life on Land_infographics", describe two key challenges facing sustainable land management today. Support your answer with data or facts from the resource.