12th Grade Environmental Justice Flashcards

Explore fundamental environmental science concepts, highlighting the interactions between living and nonliving elements of the natural world. Gain an understanding of essential environmental terms and principles, enabling the analysis of human impacts and sustainability challenges.

Examine critical concepts such as sustainable development, the impact of environmental hazards, and the principles of environmental justice through comprehensive questions and answers. Gain insight into environmental health issues, their implications on communities, and strategies for promoting justice and sustainability in environmental policies.

Explore essential concepts in environmental health, focusing on toxicology, pandemics, and environmental justice. Understand the impact of environmental factors on human health and learn strategies for mitigating risks related to environmental hazards.

Explore fundamental concepts in environmental policy, focusing on energy resources and ecosystem services. Gain an understanding of regulatory frameworks and develop the skills to critically evaluate environmental impacts and policy implications.

Examine key ecological concepts including secondary succession, genetic drift, and the influence of energy and species richness on ecosystems. Understand the contribution of these processes to ecological equilibrium and species evolution, fostering a comprehensive knowledge of ecological balance.

Explore fundamental environmental concepts, including ecosystems, climate variations, and the effects of human activities on Earth. Gain insights into organism roles within ecosystems, distinguish between weather and climate, and understand the importance of biodiversity and sustainability.

Examine foundational environmental laws such as the Endangered Species Act and the Clean Air and Water Acts, alongside international treaties like the Montreal Protocol. This study enhances understanding of regulatory frameworks, emphasizing their role in preserving ecological balance and public health.

Gain insights into urban planning and development concepts, including new urbanism, cluster development, and greenbelting. Understand sustainable community development and the effects of urbanization on local ecosystems. Equip yourself with knowledge to address contemporary urban challenges effectively.

Explore various energy forms by examining the distinctions between renewable and non-renewable sources and their environmental impacts. Gain insights into the advantages and disadvantages of each energy type, and understand how government policies promote sustainable energy use.

Explore essential ecological concepts, including biodiversity, ecosystems, and effective environmental techniques. Gain a deeper understanding of ecological balance, the impact of human activities on biodiversity, and strategies for sustainable resource management.