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People and Environment Relationship

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What is a significant consequence of human activities on the environment?

both positive and negative consequences (correct)
only positive consequences
no consequences
only negative consequences

What is a major outcome of modern agricultural practices?

environmental preservation
habitat destruction and deforestation (correct)
increased biodiversity
no impact on the environment

What is a result of rapid urbanization?

reduced resource consumption
no impact on the environment
expansion of cities and increased resource consumption (correct)
increased biodiversity

What is a driving factor of economic growth?

industrialization (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial aspect of understanding human activities and environmental development?

analyzing the impacts of human activities (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key objective of promoting sustainable interactions between people and the environment?

mitigating environmental degradation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of sustainable development?

To meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key benefit of engaging local communities in environmental conservation and management?

Empowering individuals and fostering stewardship values (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of conservation efforts in sustainable resource management?

Protecting and preserving natural habitats, species, and ecosystems (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of effective environmental policies and governance mechanisms?

Regulating human activities to promote sustainability (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial to understand the role of people in environmental development and their impacts?

To foster sustainable practices and address pressing environmental challenges (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of sustainable resource management practices?

To maintain ecological balance and meet the needs of present and future generations (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a major contributor to climate change?

Burning fossil fuels and deforestation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of biodiversity loss?

Disruption of ecosystems and reduced ecosystem services (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a form of pollution that degrades environmental quality?

Water pollution and air pollution (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an effort to mitigate industrial impacts?

Implementing environmental regulations and promoting cleaner technologies (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of infrastructure development?

Habitat fragmentation and alteration of waterways (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of unsustainable consumption patterns?

Depletion and degradation of ecosystems (B) Signup and view all the answers

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