Strain on Earth's Resources due to Human Activities
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What is the main focus of environmental science?

  • Economic theories
  • Population dynamics
  • Human history
  • Interactions among physical, chemical, and biological components of the environment (correct)

    • How has human population growth affected environmental resources?

  • Decreased strain due to conservation efforts
  • No effect on environmental resources
  • Reduced strain due to advancements in technology
  • Increased strain due to higher direct food consumption (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT an area covered by environmental science?

  • Biodiversity
  • Water quality
  • Climate change
  • Astronomy (correct)

    • What are some of the issues addressed by environmental science?

    <p>Groundwater contamination and soil contamination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way has increased economic activity impacted the environment?

    <p>Increased pollution and exploitation of natural resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a consequence of changing land use systems mentioned in the text?

    <p>Increased forest cover and biodiversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following environmental issues with their descriptions:

    <p>Climate change = Long-term change in the average temperature and weather patterns on Earth Biodiversity = Variety of plant and animal species in an ecosystem Groundwater contamination = Pollution of underground water sources by chemicals or waste Air pollution = Presence of harmful substances in the air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following human activities with their impacts on the environment:

    <p>Direct food consumption = Increased strain on agricultural resources Increased pollution = Deterioration of air and water quality Road construction = Alteration of natural habitats and ecosystems Waste management = Efforts to reduce environmental harm from discarded materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following environmental systems with their components:

    <p>Physical components = Non-living elements like rocks, soil, water bodies Chemical components = Elements like pollutants, nutrients, compounds Biological components = Living organisms such as plants, animals, microorganisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their definitions in environmental science:

    <p>Sustainable development = Balancing economic growth with environmental protection and social well-being Noise pollution = Excessive or disturbing noise that disrupts the environment Natural resources = Materials or substances found in nature that can be used for economic gain Conservation = Preservation and protection of natural resources and ecosystems</p> Signup and view all the answers

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