Environment &
Resources
Resources
In prehistoric times, what three things did people look for when they looked for a place to live?
A place with wild animals, plants and fresh water.
How do people who live in arctic regions mainly use the land? (Name two ways)
They use it as farmland or filled in for a shopping mall.
How can deforestation and oil spills reduce biodiversity?
What is the largest city in the world by population.
What is Tokyo?
What is the difference between emigrate and immigrate?
Emigrate is to move from a location. Immigrate is to move to or enter a new country.
When humans switched to farming, what did people look for when they settled in an area or region?
A pasture for their livestock, fertile soil and sufficient water sources for farming.
What is industrialization?
The development of machine powered production and manufacturing.
What is pollution?
It is waste that is created by humans that make the air, soil or water unclean.
What is the world population today?
Over 8 billion people.
What are push factors that cause people to move?
To escape poverty (hunger), mistreatment, religious freedom, and war.
What developments have made people less dependent on their immediate environment?
Rapid transportation and technology (internet)
What is a suburb?
A residential area usually found on the edge of a city or large town.
What is an example of pollution that happens due to modern farming practices?
Chemicals like fertilizers and pesticides help produce more food, but can cause pollution to land and water harming the environment.
What is population density?
The number of people per square mile.
What are pull factors that would cause people to migrate?
Good jobs, housing and religious freedom
What is the definition of a natural resource?
A useful material that is found in the environment.
Name four things people need to survive.
Food, water, clothing and shelter. (also air)
What are some solutions to protect resources and the environment?
Public transportation protects the air, in addition to cleaner energy sources like solar power and wind power.
What factors made people avoid certain areas resulting in low population density? (Name three)
Mountains, extreme temperatures, and to dry forr farming areas.
What are some challenges have urbanization in poor countries?
Too many people. Unsafe housing, lack of jobs, poor schools, hospitals and other services. Also, lack of clean water and sanitation.
What is the difference between a renewable resource and a nonrenewable resource?
Renewable resources can be replaced. Nonrenewable resources cannot be replaced or it takes millions of years.
What is biodiversity?
The number of living things in an area or region.
What is an example of pollution spillover?
When pollution of air or water spreads to other areas.
What factors drew people to an area resulting in higher population density?
Fertile soil, fresh water and mild climates
What are some challenges of urbanization in wealthy countries?
Suburban sprawl. Increased pollution and energy use.