Jan 15 - Megacities, Carrying Capacity Of the Earth, People and Nature Quiz

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Which type of changes does the text emphasize making?

Evolutionary changes (correct)

Random changes

Immediate changes

Revolutionary changes

What does the text suggest being proactive rather than?

Revolutionary

Reactive (correct)

Inclusive

Exclusive

What should the approach towards sustainability be?

Reactive

Inclusive

Revolutionary

Excluding (correct)

What is a megacity defined as?

An urban area with more than 10 million inhabitants Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the possible consequences of current behavior mentioned in the text?

Rising of aquifers Signup and view all the answers

Which town in Southern Alberta tries to achieve one of the principles of sustainable development?

Okotoks Signup and view all the answers

What does carrying capacity refer to in the context of the Earth's biocapacity?

The maximum number of individuals that can be sustained without depleting resources Signup and view all the answers

What was the principle of sustainable development that Okotoks aimed to achieve?

Urban Growth Boundary Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a direct dependency on nature according to the text?

Air and water Signup and view all the answers

Why should sustainability be proactive rather than reactive?

To ensure long-term environmental health Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a component of a nation's wealth according to the text?

Natural capital Signup and view all the answers

Which city is correctly identified as a megacity in the text?

Mumbai Signup and view all the answers

Jan 15 - Megacities, Carrying Capacity Of the Earth, People and Nature Quiz

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