Flashcards for 6th grade finals

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A student compares solar panels and coal power plants. What should they assess to determine environmental impact?

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The amount of pollution and land use changes from each source

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Which conclusion is supported by comparing renewable and nonrenewable energy sources?

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Renewable sources are cleaner but may be less consistent

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Which hypothesis best explains how building a parking lot could change the local water cycle?

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More runoff and less infiltration will occur due to reduced soil exposure

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A town replaces a forest with residential homes. What long-term impact is most likely on the local water table?

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Decreased infiltration and lowered groundwater recharge.

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A student constructs a model showing energy moving from plants to herbivores to carnivores. What does this model demonstrate?

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That energy flows one way through the ecosystem.

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Energy Transfer in Ecosystems

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A decrease in herbivore population

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After a volcanic eruption, nearby rivers become filled with ash and debris. What conclusion can be drawn about the effect of the eruption on the hydrosphere?

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Water flow was disrupted, affecting aquatic life