Environmental Science Essentials

Study Notes

Environmental Conservation

Importance of Conservation: Protecting the environment and natural resources for future generations
Human Impact: Human activities (e.g., deforestation, pollution, overfishing) harm the environment and cause loss of biodiversity
Ways to Conserve:
1. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
2. Conserve water and energy
3. Protect and preserve natural habitats
4. Reduce pollution and waste
5. Promote sustainable development

Latitude and Longitude

What is Latitude?:
- Measure of distance north or south of the equator (0° to 90°)
- Lines on a map that run parallel to the equator
What is Longitude?:
- Measure of distance east or west of the prime meridian (0° to 180°)
- Lines on a map that run from the North Pole to the South Pole
Combining Latitude and Longitude:
- Gives a unique location on the Earth's surface (e.g., 43° 40' N, 79° 24' W)
- Used in navigation, mapping, and geography

Greenhouse Effect

What is the Greenhouse Effect?:
- Natural process that traps heat in the Earth's atmosphere
- Keeps the planet warm enough to support life
Greenhouse Gases:
1. Carbon dioxide (CO2)
2. Methane (CH4)
3. Water vapor (H2O)
How it Works:
1. Greenhouse gases absorb infrared radiation from the Earth's surface
2. Trapped heat warms the planet
3. Excess greenhouse gases enhance the effect, leading to global warming and climate change

Description

Test your knowledge of environmental conservation, latitude and longitude, and the greenhouse effect. Learn about the importance of conservation, human impact, and ways to conserve. Understand how to locate points on a map and the natural process that keeps our planet warm.