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Which of the following is a commonly accepted definition of sustainability?
What is an example of a renewable resource?
Which of the following practices best contributes to sustainable agriculture?
Which is a key benefit of reducing carbon emissions?
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What is the main focus of circular economy principles?
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Study Notes
Sustainability Definition
- Meeting the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Renewable Resource Example
- Solar energy, wind energy, hydropower, biomass, geothermal energy, and timber (if managed sustainably). These resources replenish naturally over time.
Sustainable Agriculture Practices
- Conservation tillage: Minimizing soil disturbance during planting to improve soil health and reduce erosion.
- Crop rotation: Alternating different crops to break disease and pest cycles, improve soil fertility, and reduce reliance on synthetic fertilizers.
- Organic farming: Using natural inputs like compost and biological pest control, avoiding synthetic pesticides and fertilizers.
- Integrated pest management (IPM): Combining different methods to control pests while minimizing environmental impact.
- Water conservation techniques: Efficient irrigation methods and water-wise crop varieties.
Key Benefit of Reducing Carbon Emissions
- Mitigating climate change by reducing the greenhouse gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, leading to global warming.
Circular Economy Principles
- Minimizing waste and pollution, and reusing and recycling resources to create a closed-loop system. This aims to conserve resources, reduce environmental impact, and promote economic growth.
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Test your knowledge on sustainability with this quiz. Explore definitions, examples of renewable resources, practices for sustainable agriculture, and the benefits of carbon emission reductions. Learn about key principles of a circular economy as well.
