Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
What is a word that describes using something again instead of throwing it away?
Reuse
What is a source of energy that won't run out, such as sunlight or wind?
Renewable Energy
What do we call all living and nonliving things in an area that interact with each other?
An ecosystem
What do we call any substance or form of energy that can cause harm to the environment?
Pollution
What do we call the careful use and protection of natural resources?
Conservation
Name one item you can recycle instead of throwing in the trash.
Paper and Glass
Name one example of a renewable resource.
Sun, Wind or Water
Name a type of ecosystem
forrests, freshwater, rainforests, plants, freshwater, desert, Grasslands, wetlands
Name one way you can help prevent water pollution.
Dont pollute bodies of water such as ponds, lakes, streams, rivers and seas by dumping trash in them.
Name one thing you can do to conserve water.
reuse your clothes and towels to not do laundry so much.
How can you reduce waste at home?
Turn off the tap when your not using the water, give your used clothes to charity, make your own food,
Why are renewable resources better for the environment than non-renewable resources?
Because they are powers by nature and emit little to no greenhouse gases or pollutants into the air.
Why is it important to protect different ecosystems?
so humans, plants and animals get the things they need to live.
Name one way air pollution harm the environment
Air pollution can damage crops and trees
How can you help conserve energy at home?
buy LED bulbs, recycle old electronics, turn off the ac and lights when not at home
Why is it important to recycle paper?
Because it helps save trees
How can we use less non-renewable resources in our daily lives
turn off your lights when your not in a room, limit shower time to 10 minutes, close the door so the air doesn't escape
What are some ways humans can harm an ecosystem?
overpopulation, burning fossil fuels and deforestation.
Why is it important to reduce plastic pollution?
because plastic can get to marine life, decrease food safety and quality, human health and contributes to climate change.
Why is it important to protect endangered species?
Healthy ecosystems depend on plant and animal species as their foundations. Each species that is endangered triggers the loss of other species within its ecosystem. Humans depend on healthy ecosystems to purify our environment.
What are the three R's of environmental awareness?
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
What is an example of a renewable resource you can find in nature?
Solar, wind or water
How do living things in an ecosystem depend on each other?
many of ways but one example of them is the food chain, animals eat plants and even other animals to survive. Some animals even eat both plants and animals.
What are some effects of pollution on plants and animals?
excess levels of acid in lakes and streams, and damage trees and forest soils.
What are some ways individuals can practice conservation in their daily lives?
educate others, use the three R's, dont use chemical cleaning products, volunteer with local NGO's and buy produce from local sellers and farmers.