CMS EES Unit 5 CFU #1

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What is the consequence of deforestation in the Amazon rainforest?

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Increased carbon dioxide levels.

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What is a likely environmental impact of urbanization over 20 years?

Back

Increased runoff and flooding.

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What is a potential impact of population growth on coastal ecosystems?

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Increased erosion.

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How does agricultural expansion affect local water systems?

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It can reduce water levels in nearby streams.

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Which land use is least likely to contribute to increased soil erosion?

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Forests.

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Define biodiversity.

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The variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What is soil erosion?

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The removal of the top layer of soil due to water, wind, or human activity.

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Explain the term 'urban runoff.'

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Water that flows over urban surfaces and carries pollutants into water bodies.

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What is the role of forests in preventing soil erosion?

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Forests stabilize soil with their root systems and reduce the impact of rainfall.

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Define 'coastal ecosystems.'

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Ecosystems located along coastlines, including beaches, estuaries, and mangroves.