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Which activity is correctly paired with the level of impact it has on natural resources?
What are sustainable use practices?
They are the managed consumption of natural resources to prevent their depletion or the destruction of the environment.
Which is a renewable resource?
Wood
How might large amounts of CFCs emitted into the atmosphere affect people?
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Which is a nonrenewable resource?
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Which human activity is correctly paired with the greenhouse gas that it increases?
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What consequence of global warming is described as having an increase in growing season, changes in migration, and loss of species?
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What lessons can be learned from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch?
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Why does trash decompose so slowly in landfills?
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What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable natural resources?
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Study Notes
Human Impact on the Environment
- Community activities can significantly impact natural resources; alternative water sources for non-drinking purposes have a great impact.
Sustainable Practices
- Sustainable use practices involve managing the consumption of natural resources to prevent depletion and environmental damage.
Renewable vs Nonrenewable Resources
- Wood is categorized as a renewable resource, contrasting with coal, which is a nonrenewable resource.
Environmental Health Risks
- Emission of CFCs from factories can lead to an increased rate of skin cancer among the population.
Greenhouse Gas Contributions
- Sewage treatment processes are associated with an increase in nitrous oxide emissions.
Effects of Global Warming
- Global warming results in altered ecosystems, exemplified by an extended growing season, altered migration patterns, and species loss.
Great Pacific Garbage Patch
- The Great Pacific Garbage Patch highlights the interconnectedness of living things and the environmental impact of human waste.
Landfill Decomposition
- Trash decomposes slowly in landfills due to designs that isolate waste from the conditions necessary for decomposition.
Resource Classification
- Natural resources are divided into renewable and nonrenewable categories, with notable differences in their availability and sustainability.
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Description
This quiz explores the effects of community activities on natural resources and sustainable practices. Dive into key concepts related to environmental impact and resource management to test your knowledge in Biology 2.
