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What is the main idea of the given text?
What is the main idea of the given text?
- Environmental science is the study of environmental interactions.
- Environmental science encompasses a wide range of issues.
- The Earth's resources are constant over time and space.
- Human population and economic activity have strained the Earth's resources. (correct)
Which of the following is NOT identified as a way in which resources have been strained?
Which of the following is NOT identified as a way in which resources have been strained?
- Increased economic activity has led to increased pollution.
- Direct food consumption has increased.
- Changing land use systems have emerged.
- Increased economic activity has led to a decrease in biodiversity. (correct)
What is the main focus of environmental science?
What is the main focus of environmental science?
- Studying the interaction between physical, chemical, and biological components of the environment.
- Addressing issues related to climate change and sustainable development.
- Providing an interdisciplinary approach to environmental systems.
- All of the above. (correct)
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an issue encompassed by environmental science?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an issue encompassed by environmental science?
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What is the meaning of the term "interdisciplinary" as used in the context of environmental science?
What is the meaning of the term "interdisciplinary" as used in the context of environmental science?
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What is the relationship between increased economic activity and environmental strain, as described in the text?
What is the relationship between increased economic activity and environmental strain, as described in the text?
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