Chapter 1: Environmental Science and Sustainability

<p>Marine pollution levels (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Combating climate change (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The overall functionality after disturbance. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Returning to the original state after disturbance. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ensuring resources are available for future generations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Superstorm Sandy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Anthropocene (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ecological resilience (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The scientific method (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A trait that develops from the interaction of various components within a system. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>When examining unrelated phenomena (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They provide essential resources like nutrients, water, and clean air. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Taking care of the environment ensures it will take care of you. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It must be methodically documented and reproducible (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ecosystems consist of both living organisms and nonliving factors. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide a baseline for comparison (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Human overpopulation has significant consequences for ecosystems. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increasing ocean temperature is the stressor causing coral bleaching. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Results should be replicable by other scientists. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Observation and empirical testing. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Values, beliefs, and social influences. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Controlled experiments comparing manipulated and unmanipulated states (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is marked by significant human impacts on the environment. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Environment, economy, and equity. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The process involves repeated trials to ensure the validity of the findings. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Scientists develop their hypotheses only after obtaining results. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Natural environments that act as filters for pollutants in water. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are essential in developing renewable resources and technologies. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They help in recycling and treating wastewater to reduce pollution. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The potential negative impacts of technological advancements. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The experiment uses the tanks as models to simulate the effects of ocean acidification on corals in the real world, allowing the scientist to make observations and draw conclusions without directly studying the ocean. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A politician arguing for a policy based on their personal beliefs rather than scientific evidence. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A combination of factors, including human activities that are more prevalent during the week. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Using trade-offs to influence people's decisions by making reusable bags more appealing. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The pesticide is a broad-spectrum insecticide, which means it affects a wide range of insects, including beneficial ones. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The increase in water temperature is consistent with the expected effects of climate change, and the occurrence of coral bleaching supports the hypothesis that warming waters are a contributing factor to coral decline. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To understand the factors that influence the spread of the disease and make predictions about its potential impact. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A balanced perspective that considers both the potential benefits and risks associated with GM crops, along with the values and preferences of different stakeholders. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Meeting present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet theirs.

The ability of an ecosystem to recover from damage.

A process for asking questions and testing ideas in science.

A proposed explanation for a scientific question that can be tested.

A research method where one variable is manipulated to test its effect.

Finding something unexpected while researching a different topic.

A phenomenon caused by stress factors like temperature increase, leading to coral loss of color.

Collecting data to support or refute a hypothesis in scientific research.

The collection of systems comprising all living and nonliving things on Earth.

A system made up of interacting components that sustain life, like a coral reef.

A characteristic that arises from the interaction of various components in a system.

Natural resources provided by ecosystems that support human survival, like oxygen and water.

Current epoch of Earth's history marked by significant human impact on the environment.

The process by which nutrients are recycled and reused in ecosystems.

Traditional understanding of the environment, emphasizing a reciprocal relationship with nature.

The equitable treatment of all people in relation to environmental policies and practices.

Development that meets present needs without compromising future generations.

Environmental, economic, and equity effects considered in sustainability.

17 goals defined by the UN to promote sustainability globally.

The ability to avoid changes when disturbed.

The process of returning to original state after disturbance.

Specific measures used to track sustainability efforts.

Long-term changes in temperature and precipitation due to human action.

The measure of how acidic or basic ocean water is, influenced by CO2 levels.

Simplified representations of complex processes used to simulate real-world phenomena.

Deliberate deception by presenting false findings in research.

Claims that are not based on the scientific method and lack proper evidence.

False or incorrect information that can mislead people intentionally or unintentionally.

Consideration of pros and cons when deciding between alternatives.

Motivations or reasons that influence decisions based on costs and benefits.

The effects of human activities like urbanization and agriculture on ecosystems.

The destruction of natural habitats due to human expansion.

Negative effects on marine ecosystems from pollution and resource extraction.

The process of using natural resources without causing long-term damage.

Methods such as using renewable energy and responsible harvesting.

The importance of natural resources to indigenous cultures and lifestyles.

A current era marked by significant human impact on the Earth.

The three principles: environment, economy, and equity.

Creating a testable prediction based on observations.

Processes to manage and purify city wastewater.

Areas that naturally purify water and support biodiversity.

Businesses that produce or supply energy resources.

Substances added to soil to enhance crop growth.