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Which of these factors contribute to global warming?
Which of these factors contribute to global warming?
- Industrial countries (correct)
- Water pollution (correct)
- Depletion of the ozone layer (correct)
- Deforestation (correct)
What is the primary difference between "industrial countries" and "emerging countries"?
What is the primary difference between "industrial countries" and "emerging countries"?
- Emerging countries are focused on agricultural production.
- Emerging countries have a lower population density.
- Industrial countries have a higher Gross Domestic Product (GDP). (correct)
- Industrial countries are more environmentally conscious.
How do NGOs contribute to solving environmental issues?
How do NGOs contribute to solving environmental issues?
- By providing financial assistance to governments for environmental projects.
- By conducting research and raising awareness about environmental problems. (correct)
- By lobbying governments to implement stricter environmental policies. (correct)
- By directly enforcing environmental laws and regulations.
What is a key aspect of "living in more sustainable ways"?
What is a key aspect of "living in more sustainable ways"?
What is the relationship between "global teamwork" and "international cooperation"?
What is the relationship between "global teamwork" and "international cooperation"?
What is the meaning of "outsource the production" in the context of the provided content?
What is the meaning of "outsource the production" in the context of the provided content?
What is the main idea regarding "modern technology" in the provided content?
What is the main idea regarding "modern technology" in the provided content?
What is one of the main consequences of globalization, as described in the text?
What is one of the main consequences of globalization, as described in the text?
What does "cheaply" indicate in the context of the text?
What does "cheaply" indicate in the context of the text?
What is an example of a "global player" as described in the text?
What is an example of a "global player" as described in the text?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between developing countries and globalization?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between developing countries and globalization?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a modern technology mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a modern technology mentioned in the text?
Flashcards
Deforestation
Deforestation
The destruction of a large area of forest.
Water Pollution
Water Pollution
Water gets contaminated with harmful particles.
Ozone Layer Depletion
Ozone Layer Depletion
Destruction of the ozone layer due to pollution.
Global Warming
Global Warming
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International Cooperation
International Cooperation
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Distances
Distances
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Modern technology
Modern technology
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Rely on
Rely on
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Social networks
Social networks
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World language
World language
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Outsource the production
Outsource the production
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Developing countries
Developing countries
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Deep impact
Deep impact
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Study Notes
Distance and Modern Technology
- Modern technology like mobile phones allows overcoming distances, connecting people virtually.
- Social media, apps, and video calls enable instant virtual communication.
- News spreads rapidly through instant communication.
Global Interconnectedness
- Global languages like English facilitate worldwide communication.
- Global interconnectedness strengthens relationships between people, companies, and organizations.
- Mutual dependence increases among countries and companies through trade and production.
- Multinational corporations influence many nations.
- Global players have strong impact.
- Outsourcing production is common, often for cost reasons.
- Developing countries, with lower GDPs, often house manufacturing.
Global Challenges
- Global impacts from human activity cause environmental damage.
- Examples include deforestation, water pollution, ozone depletion, and global warming.
- Climate change leads to more frequent natural disasters.
- Pollution affects the air and environment.
- Industrial countries often influence global challenges.
Solving Global Issues
- International cooperation is vital to address common problems.
- Working together on solutions is a key approach.
- Agreements that govern international relations, solve problems.
- NGOs (Non-governmental organizations) work towards solving different problems.
- Sustainable living practices aim to address environmental concerns.
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