Explain a negative feedback loop
They are stabilizing and counteract deviation (the system returns to its original state)
The three types of biodiversity
Genetic, species, and habitat
The most environmentally friendly way to eat at a fast food restaurant
Turning off your car and dining in
Chic fil a's slogan
"Eat more Chikin"
What does DSW stand for?
Domestic Solid Waste
Give an example of a negative feedback loop
A chic fil a drive-thru line, body temperature regulation, etc. (answers may vary)
Explain genetic diversity
The genetic range found in a species, or the variety of traits within one species
The main component of photochemical smog is
Tropospheric ozone
The gas that cows emit
Methane
List two waste management methods mentioned in the video
Recycling and composting
Differentiate a positive feedback loop from a negative one
Positive feedback loops experience a change and then the change continues to be amplified and perpetuated until a new equilibrium is reached. Negative feedback loops return back to their initial equilibrium.
Explain why high genetic diversity in an ecosystem is good
Higher variety of traits means there is a higher chance one trait will be able to survive through a disease (the species is less likely to be entirely wiped out by one single disease) - resilience
Photochemical smog is a __________ pollutant
secondary
What percent of greenhouse gas emissions are caused by cows?
14.5%
Give a benefit for composting
It is low cost, doesn't take up space in landfills, creates fertile soils, etc.