Unit 7 Assessment

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What is the impact of agriculture on soil and water supply?

Back

Agriculture can lead to the introduction of pesticides into the soil, which may contaminate the water supply.

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What can happen if fish populations are overharvested?

Back

Overharvesting can severely damage ecosystems, leading to a decline in fish populations and affecting the entire aquatic ecosystem.

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What is the leading cause of deforestation?

Back

Agriculture and farming are the primary drivers of deforestation, as land is cleared for crop production and livestock.

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What are some consequences of deforestation?

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Consequences include soil erosion, loss of biodiversity, and a reduced ability to remove CO2 from the atmosphere.

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What are renewable energy sources?

Back

Renewable energy sources include solar, wind, geothermal, and nuclear energy.

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Define deforestation.

Back

Deforestation is the clearing or thinning of forests by humans to make the land available for other uses.

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What is biodiversity?

Back

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

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How does urbanization affect the environment?

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Urbanization can lead to habitat destruction, increased pollution, and greater demand for resources.

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What is soil erosion?

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Soil erosion is the removal of the top layer of soil, which can lead to decreased agricultural productivity and loss of soil nutrients.

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What role do forests play in carbon dioxide absorption?

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Forests absorb CO2 from the atmosphere, helping to mitigate climate change by acting as carbon sinks.