The groundwater level at which all cracks and spaces in rock are filled with water.

Rock layers where groundwater is plentiful.

Energy resources formed from plant and animal remains.

The process in which the Earth grows warmer over time.

Due to ___________ soil becomes nearly useless due to nutrient loss.

The destruction or loss of forests.

The process in which the Earth’s atmosphere traps heat energy.

What was the net change in days of unacceptable air quality between 1995 and 1997 for Atlanta, GA?

Which location has shown the least improvement in air quality?

Which of the following is NOT a reason that resources are being depleted?

Resources that natural processes continuously replace

Resources that cannot be replaced naturally after they have been used

Which of the following is NOT an example of a renewable resource?

Which of the following is NOT an example of a nonrenewable resource?

Which of the following is NOT an example of an alternative energy source

Which of the following is NOT a reason why water is scarce, or limited?

Which of the following is a reason for pollution in developed countries (MDC's)?

Which of the following is a reason for pollution in developing countries (Lowest Developed Countries - LDC's)?

Maintenance of resources in their present condition. (Protecting the environment from further human impact).

Sustainable use and management of natural resources (renewable or non-renewable). Using our resources for human needs, but thinking about the future (saving).

Use fewer resources and reduce the amount of waste. Buy and use less. Make choices about packaging (buy in bulk).

Give things you do not want to someone else instead of throwing them away. Not using disposable cups & dishes. Repair/maintain things instead of getting new things. Use renewable sources of energy.

To use a resource again after processing it.

Most of the Earth’s water supply is freshwater.

Coal is an example of a fossil fuel.

Forests protect soil from erosion.

The supply of fossil fuel is finite (limited), but the supply is evenly distributed around the globe.

Energy resources include solar power, wind power, hydroelectricity and nuclear power.

Desalination is the process of removing salt from fresh water resources.

Oil

Water

Soil

Forests