ENV FINAL EXAM

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Which biome is more likely to survive a change in the environment?

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High (rich) biodiversity is more likely to survive changes in the environment due to its variety of species and genetic diversity.

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What does 'reduce' mean?

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'Reduce' means to use less, which helps in conserving resources and minimizing waste.

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What is the difference between biotic and abiotic?

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Biotic refers to living organisms, while abiotic refers to non-living components of the environment.

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What is pollution?

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Pollution is the introduction of harmful levels of chemicals or waste material into the environment.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the thin layer of life around the Earth, encompassing all ecosystems.

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the number of different species.

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What are renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy and wind.

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What is an ecosystem?

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

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of the Earth's surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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What is deforestation?

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Deforestation is the clearing or thinning of forests, often resulting in damage to the quality of the land.