Earth and Human Activity

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What is the impact of building a large dam on Earth's systems?

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Building a dam impacts wildlife that depend on the natural flow of water.

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What is the term for human activities that reduce environmental impact?

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Ecofriendly.

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What is the effect of human activities on Earth's systems?

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Human activities can have a significant effect on Earth's systems.

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Where is the best place to locate a new building to minimize environmental impact?

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On a flat, empty gravel lot.

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How can schools help students learn about conservation?

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By showing students different inventions that use renewable energy.

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Which Earth system is most affected by factories burning harmful chemicals?

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Atmosphere.

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What is pollution?

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Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances into the environment.

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What are nonrenewable resources?

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Resources that cannot be replaced once they are used up.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere is the solid part of the Earth, including rocks and soil.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where life exists.