Ecosystem Dynamics 2 Flashcard for ELs

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What does biodiversity refer to?

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The variety of species on Earth.

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What is the main idea of sustainability?

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To act responsibly so that the resources on the planet will be able to support many generations to come.

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What has human activity added to the atmosphere that has increased the greenhouse effect?

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Gases that have caused Earth's surface temperature to rise.

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Why might raccoons increase in number where people build houses?

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Raccoons found more food living near people.

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What type of pollution is pesticide runoff classified as?

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Nonpoint source pollution.

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Define ecosystem dynamics.

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The study of how ecosystems change and develop over time due to various factors.

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What is an example of a point source of pollution?

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A factory discharging waste into a river.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The trapping of heat in the Earth's atmosphere by greenhouse gases.

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What is an example of biodiversity?

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Different species of plants and animals in a rainforest.

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What is the impact of deforestation on ecosystems?

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It reduces biodiversity and disrupts habitats.