Resource Use
Fossil Fuels, Wind Power, Hydropower are types of these energy resources.
Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy
what is biodiversity?
the variety of living things.
Where is the ozone layer present?
Earth's upper atmosphere - the stratosphere.
What is Global warming?
An increase in the average temperature of the biosphere.
What Populations survive better when the ecosystem changes?
Diverse Population
What does renewable energy mean?
The energy source can be replenished, like solar power.
What are the three causes of biodiversity loss?
Endangered species, Habitat loss, and Invasive species
What does the Ozone layer do?
prevents much of the UV light radiating out of the sun, from reaching earth's surface
What can global warming do to the sea level?
Make rise.
Plants.
Renewable resources are?
NOT limited
What are endangered species?
Species that are highly vulnerable to extinction.
Is water Vapor a Greenhouse Gas?
Yes.
What causes global warming?
Humans activities release greenhouse gasses into the atmosphere.
Are humans at the top or bottom of the food chain?
Top
nonrenewable resources mean?
Nature cannot replenish it
What is Habitat loss?
Physical reduction in suitable places to live.
Why are naturally occurring Greenhouse Gases good for the planet?
Naturally occurring greenhouse gases trap heat and keep our planet warm, they prevent our planet from freezing.
What happens with global warming?
Atmospheric greenhouse gasses retain more heat, and the average temperature rises.
What two types of groups are in the Food Chain?
Consumers and Producers
What is the threat to the Polar Bear's Habitat in the Arctic?
Global warming is a threat, it is melting the snow and ice.
What is the largest part of the food chain - Producers or Consumers?
Producers.
Why do we need the ozone layer?
Because without it the harmful uv rays would burn our skin, ultimately causing sun cancer.
What is the difference between Climate and Weather?
Weather is short term and climate is long term
True/FalseHumans are Consumers.
True