Define the Term
This refers to the variety of plant and animal life in a specific area.
What is biodiversity?
The clearing of forests for farming or development
What is deforestation?
The gradual increase in Earth’s average temperature.
What is global warming?
The act of protecting something from harm or loss.
What is preservation?
Many species face ______ due to illegal hunting and habitat loss.
→ extinction
A system where living organisms interact with each other and their environment.
What is an ecosystem?
The excessive use of natural resources beyond sustainable levels.
What is overconsumption?
Gases like carbon dioxide that trap heat in the atmosphere.
What are greenhouse gases?
Planting trees in areas where forests were destroyed.
What is reforestation?
Rapid ______ has led to increased air pollution in major cities.
→ industrialisation
The long-term process of maintaining natural resources for future generations.
What is sustainability?
The process of cities expanding into rural areas.
What is urbanisation?
Energy that comes from natural sources like wind or solar power.
What is renewable energy?
Encouraging citizens to make environmentally friendly choices through education.
What is environmental awareness?
Poor ______ management contributes to ocean pollution.
→ waste
The gradual destruction or decline of environmental quality.
What is environmental degradation?
The large-scale use of natural resources for profit, often irresponsibly.
What is exploitation?
A severe shortage of water over a long period.
What is drought?
Development that meets present needs without harming future generations.
What is sustainable development?
Governments must introduce stricter ______ to reduce carbon emissions.
→ regulations
The complete disappearance of a species from Earth.
The complete disappearance of a species from Earth.
When species lose their natural homes because of human activities.
What is habitat destruction?
The total amount of greenhouse gases produced by a person or organisation.
What is a carbon footprint?
The moral duty humans have to protect the planet.
What is ethical responsibility?
Environmental ______ is necessary to educate citizens about climate issues.
→ awareness