Vocabulary
The definition of sustainable is...
using what you need now while still leaving enough resources for the future
What can happen as a consequence of soil erosion?
clogging of waterways and affecting marine organisms
What natural cycle involves the movement of water between the geosphere, atmosphere, and hydrosphere?
Water Cycle
What is deforestation?
The removal of trees for other uses such as agriculture, infrastructure, and urbanization
What is the primary focus of Earth's conservation efforts?
Ensuring sustainable use of resources for future generations
The definition of infrastructure is...
buildings, roads, and power supplies
What human activity is most likely to disrupt the nitrogen cycle?
using nitrogen based fertilizers
What is a potential consequence of overfishing on marine ecosystems?
decline in species diversity
What can mining companies do to conserve the land they mine?
Reclamation
How can technology help with resource management?
Technology helps in managing and monitoring resources sustainably
Define biodiversity
a variety of life
What can happen to soil if soil gets overwatered?
salinization
Which action contributes to the depletion of groundwater resources?
Over-extracting water for irrigation
How does population growth increase deforestation?
More people means that more building will need to be built so more land will need to be cleared
What is the main goal of renewable energy sources in resource conservation?
reduce dependence on fossil fuels
What is a nutrient?
chemical, found in fertilizer, that is essential for the growth of plants and animals
List 2 sustainable agriculture practices to conserve soil.
cover crops, crop rotation, terracing, etc.
Name the four layers of the atmosphere.
Troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere, thermosphere
What is a consequence of habitat destruction on biodiversity?
Loss of species and genetic diversity
It increases ecosystem stability and adaptability
Describe the process of eutrophication.
Excess nutrients get into water through agricultural runoff which causes algae to overgrow and causes dead zones
How does soil erosion affect agriculture and resource conservation?
It reduces crop yields and depletes soil nutrients
What is the main source of air pollution that can be controlled by humans?
Burning fossil fuels
What is a consequence of deforestation on the carbon cycle?
Increased atmospheric carbon dioxide levels
How can individual actions contribute to global resource conservation efforts?
By reducing energy use and recycling