Semester 1 Exam Review Huggins

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What is stewardship of Earth's resources?

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Stewardship is the careful and responsible management of a resource, ensuring that resources are not polluted or used up too quickly.

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Why is maintaining water quality important for ecosystems?

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Maintaining water quality prevents pollution from poisoning living things, which is essential for the health of ecosystems.

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What can be concluded from a graph showing the number of trees in a specific area?

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A conclusion can be drawn about the total number of trees or the comparison of different species based on the data presented in the graph.

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What is the focus of an earthquake?

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The focus is the point beneath Earth's surface where rock first breaks under stress, causing an earthquake.

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How can you determine which pond has the highest percentage of a specific organism?

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By comparing the data presented in a bar graph of the organisms collected from each pond.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their environment.

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What is pollution?

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Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment, which can damage ecosystems.

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What is a bar graph?

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A bar graph is a visual representation of data using bars to compare different categories.

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What is the role of trees in an ecosystem?

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Trees provide oxygen, improve air quality, conserve water, preserve soil, and support wildlife.

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What is the epicenter of an earthquake?

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The epicenter is the point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus of an earthquake.