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3 different biomes?

 grassland, forest, and desert

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what is food security?

the state of having reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food

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water security

Water security refers to the reliable availability of an acceptable quantity and quality of water for health, livelihoods and production, coupled with an acceptable level of water-related risks

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what is acid rain?

any form of precipitation that contains high levels of nitric and sulfuric acids.

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How can people reduce the risks of climate change?

People can reduce the risks of climate change by making choices that reduce greenhouse gas emissions

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2 methods of conserving biodiversity?

In-situ Conservation & Ex-situ Conservation

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what is energy insecurity?

 a multi-dimensional construct that describes the interplay between physical conditions of housing, household energy expenditures and energy-related coping strategies.

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Water insecurity

 the lack of fresh water resources to meet the standard water demand.

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effects of acid rain?

  • Respiratory issues in animals and humans
  • Damage to the aquatic ecosystem when acid rain flows into rivers and ponds
  • Corrosion of water pipes, which can lead to leaching of heavy metals such as iron, lead and copper into drinking water
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What is climate change?

Climate change involves significant changes in average conditions—such as temperature, precipitation, wind patterns, and other aspects of climate—that occur over years, decades, centuries, or longer.

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What does IUCN stand for?

International Union for Conservation of Nature

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what are genetically modified foods examples?

Cotton, milk, rice, or corn

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ways to prevent water insecurity?

  1. Improved Infrastructure

  2. Groundwater Recharge / Aquifer Storage and Recovery

  3. Rainwater Harvesting

  4. Drip Irrigation

  5. Education and Awareness

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photochemical smog

 a type of air pollution that forms when sunlight reacts with nitrogen oxides and hydrocarbons in the atmosphere.

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What is the difference between global warming and climate change?

The terms "global warming" and "climate change" are sometimes used interchangeably, but global warming is just one of the ways in which climate is affected by rising concentrations of greenhouse gases.

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what does the IUCN Red List of Ecosystems assess?

It assesses the risk of ecosystem collapse 

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what is waste management?

 the process of collecting, treating, recycling, and disposing of different waste materials to reduce the environmental impact of waste.

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countries water insecurity issues happening?

 in regions like the Middle East and Africa

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where is the ozone layer located?

Stratosphere

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How does climate change affect people’s health?

Rising temperatures and extreme weather have the potential to disrupt the availability, safety, and nutritional quality of food.

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2 ways to conserve biodiversity?

  • Preventing the cutting of trees and hunting of animals
  • Supporting local farms and planting local flowers, fruits and vegetables
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different waste management strategies?

  1. Waste prevention: Avoiding waste creation.
  2. Waste reduction: Minimizing waste generation.
  3. Recycling and reuse: Processing materials to make new products.
  4. Incineration: Burning waste to generate energy.
  5. Landfill disposal: Burying waste in designated areas.
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What percent of earth's surface is water accessible?

Only 1% of the earth's surface water is accessible drinking water, while one in 10 people struggle to access it.

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benefits of the ozone layer

 provides a barrier to ultraviolet radiation by filtering out these rays from the sunlight

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Who is most at risk from the impacts of climate change?

Among the most vulnerable people are those in overburdened, underserved, and economically distressed communities.