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What is the definition of environmental change?
What is the definition of environmental change?
Which of the following is NOT a trigger of environmental change?
Which of the following is NOT a trigger of environmental change?
What is the biggest relative impact of natural disasters?
What is the biggest relative impact of natural disasters?
Which of the following is an example of a slow onset disaster?
Which of the following is an example of a slow onset disaster?
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According to the IPCC's fifth report, how can health be indirectly damaged by climate change?
According to the IPCC's fifth report, how can health be indirectly damaged by climate change?
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What is a potential health hazard mentioned in the notes that can occur due to displaced animals after a disaster?
What is a potential health hazard mentioned in the notes that can occur due to displaced animals after a disaster?
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What is one health impact of conflict
What is one health impact of conflict
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What is bioaccumulation?
What is bioaccumulation?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a health impact of extreme environmental change?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a health impact of extreme environmental change?
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Study Notes
Environmental Change
- Refers to significant alterations in environmental conditions over time, affecting ecosystems and human life.
Triggers of Environmental Change
- Common triggers include climate change, pollution, deforestation, and urbanization.
- An unspecified option is NOT a recognized trigger of environmental change.
Impact of Natural Disasters
- Natural disasters can have devastating relative impacts on communities, including loss of life and displacement of populations.
Slow Onset Disasters
- Examples include droughts and desertification, which develop gradually and have long-term effects.
Health Impacts of Climate Change
- According to the IPCC's fifth report, climate change can indirectly damage health by increasing prevalence of diseases, affecting food security, and deteriorating water quality.
Health Hazards from Displaced Animals
- Displacement of animals post-disaster can lead to zoonotic diseases, which are transmitted from animals to humans.
Health Impact of Conflict
- Conflicts can result in mental health issues, including PTSD and anxiety disorders, due to trauma and instability.
Bioaccumulation
- Bioaccumulation is the process where toxic substances accumulate in living organisms over time, leading to higher concentrations in predators.
Health Impact of Extreme Environmental Change
- An unspecified health issue is NOT listed as an impact of extreme environmental change.
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Test your knowledge on environmental change and its impact on our planet. This quiz covers the definition and effects of environmental change, and how it affects our ecosystem. Learn more about the importance of preserving our environment and take this quiz now!
