AP Environmental Science: Unit 3 & 4 Test review

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What is the difference between a Developed and Developing country?

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Developed countries have a higher income, advanced technological infrastructure, and a higher standard of living, while Developing countries have lower income, less industrialization, and lower standards of living.

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What characterizes Stage 2 of the Demographic Transition Model (DTM)?

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In Stage 2, the death rate is decreasing while the birth rate remains high, leading to population growth.

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What are the climate impacts of El Niño?

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El Niño can cause flooding in the Southern United States and warmer, drier conditions in the Pacific Northwest.

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What primarily determines the texture of soil?

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The texture of soil depends mainly on the size of the particles in the soil.

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What is carrying capacity?

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Carrying capacity is the maximum number of individuals an environment can support sustainably.

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What is the significance of biodiversity in ecosystems?

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Biodiversity enhances ecosystem productivity, stability, and resilience, allowing ecosystems to recover from disturbances.

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Define ecological footprint.

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An ecological footprint measures the environmental impact of an individual or population, expressed as the amount of land and water area required to produce the resources consumed and absorb the waste generated.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat, keeping the planet warm enough to support life.

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Explain the concept of sustainable development.

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Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem and maintaining soil health.