Environmental Science - Unit 5 Retake

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30 questions
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What does the 'Tragedy of the Commons' refer to?

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Which resource is often cited as an example of the 'Tragedy of the Commons'?

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What is an environmental issue most directly associated with clearcutting?

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How does clearcutting contribute to climate change?

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What was a primary objective of the Green Revolution?

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Which is a disadvantage of synthetic fertilizers?

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Which agricultural practice involves turning over the soil before planting?

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What is the most likely result of excessive fertilizer use?

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What is the largest human use of freshwater globally?

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What happens in waterlogging?

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What is the 'pesticide treadmill'?

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What is an advantage of genetically modified crops?

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What is a primary reason for using CAFOs in meat production?

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What is an impact of overgrazing?

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What is bycatch in fishing?

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How can individual consumers reduce overfishing impacts?

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What happens as high-grade ores are depleted?

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What is acid mine drainage?

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What is an impervious surface?

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How can cities reduce urban heat islands?

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What does sustainability aim to achieve?

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What is sustainable yield?

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What is urban runoff?

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Which method increases water infiltration in cities?

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What is IPM?

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What is an advantage of IPM?

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What is rotational grazing?

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How does terracing benefit steep slopes?

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What is a disadvantage of aquaculture?

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Why are prescribed burns used in forests?