SOL 6.9 Protecting Natural Resources Review

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Can you recycle paper towel core?

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Yes

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How many percent of the items thrown away could be recycled?

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80%

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How does population growth affect natural resources?

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The more people on the planet, the less natural resources that are available for each person.

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Why does too much carbon dioxide in the atmosphere cause climate change?

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It traps heat and warms up our planet.

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Able to be broken down naturally

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biodegradable

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What is recycling?

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The process of converting waste materials into reusable materials.

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What are natural resources?

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Materials or substances that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain.

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What is the impact of deforestation on the environment?

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It reduces biodiversity, increases carbon dioxide levels, and disrupts water cycles.

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What does biodegradable mean?

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Capable of being decomposed by bacteria or other living organisms.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The trapping of the sun's warmth in the planet's lower atmosphere due to greenhouse gases.