Unit 3a Land Use ENV

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What are the effects of deforestation?

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Loss of habitat, increased greenhouse gases, soil erosion and flooding, all of the above.

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What is food waste classified as?

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Biodegradable.

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What soil conservation technique involves planting trees or shrubs to reduce wind erosion?

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Wind Breaks.

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What is urbanization?

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The growth of urban areas caused by people moving into cities.

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What is the process called when wind, water, ice, or gravity transports soil and sediment from one area to another?

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Erosion.

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What is the term for the degradation of land due to human activities and natural processes?

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Desertification.

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What is the purpose of crop rotation?

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To improve soil health and reduce pest buildup.

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What is a consequence of urban sprawl?

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Loss of agricultural land and natural habitats.

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What is the definition of biodegradable waste?

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Waste that can be broken down by natural processes.

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What is contour plowing?

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A farming practice that follows the natural contours of the land to reduce soil erosion.