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Flashcards on Human Impact on the Environment
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What is deforestation?
The clearing or removal of forests or trees.
What is pollution?
The presence or introduction of harmful substances in the environment.
What is global warming?
The long-term increase in Earth's average surface temperature due to human activities.
What is overfishing?
The excessive fishing of a species that leads to the depletion of its population.
What is urbanization?
The process of population concentration in cities, resulting in the expansion of urban areas.
What is industrialization?
The development of industries in a region or country.
What is biodiversity loss?
The reduction of species diversity in an ecosystem.
What is eutrophication?
The excessive concentration of nutrients in a body of water, causing excessive growth of algae and disruptions in the ecosystem.
What is desertification?
The degradation of land in arid, semi-arid, or dry sub-humid areas due to human activities and climatic variations.
What is ozone depletion?
The thinning of the ozone layer in Earth's stratosphere due to the release of certain chemical substances.
What is environmental conservation?
The practice of protecting and preserving the natural environment and its resources.
What is waste management?
The collection, transport, processing, recycling, and disposal of waste materials.
What is sustainable development?
Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
What is air pollution?
The presence of harmful substances in the air that can be detrimental to human health and the environment.
What is water pollution?
The contamination of water bodies with harmful substances, making it unfit for its intended use.
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Which of the following is a consequence of deforestation?
Increase in biodiversity
Loss of habitat for wildlife
Improved air quality
Reduced soil erosion
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What is the main source of pollution in cities?
Industrial waste
Agricultural practices
Vehicle emissions
Natural disasters
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What is the primary greenhouse gas responsible for global warming?
Carbon monoxide
Nitrous oxide
Carbon dioxide
Methane
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Overfishing can lead to...
Depletion of fish populations
Increase in available seafood
Improved marine biodiversity
Reduction in ocean pollution
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What is the main cause of urbanization?
Rural-urban migration
Government policies
Natural disasters
Technological advancements
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Which industry is a major contributor to air pollution?
Agriculture
Tourism
Manufacturing
Education
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What is the negative impact of eutrophication on aquatic ecosystems?
Algal blooms and oxygen depletion
Increased fish populations
Enhanced water clarity
Improved habitat for aquatic plants
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What is the process responsible for desertification?
Volcanic activity
Tectonic plate movement
Unsustainable land use practices
Climate change
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What is the main cause of ozone depletion?
Deforestation
Greenhouse gas emissions
Release of ozone-depleting substances
Marine pollution
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What is the goal of sustainable development?
Maximizing economic growth
Exploiting natural resources
Balancing economic, social, and environmental needs
Promoting technological advancement
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