7.14 Flashcard RETAKE

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What is urban sprawl?

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Urban sprawl is the spread of a city and its suburbs into rural land.

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Why is DDT considered a persistent organic pollutant (POP)?

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It remains in the environment for a long time and resists degradation.

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What is a natural source of pollution?

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Volcanic eruptions.

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Which organisms in the food chain will have the highest concentration of the toxin?

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Hawk (tertiary consumer).

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What is an example of policy development to protect environmental health?

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Enacting emissions standards and waste management regulations.

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Define pollution.

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Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment.

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What are persistent organic pollutants (POPs)?

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POPs are organic compounds that are resistant to environmental degradation and remain in the environment for long periods.

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What is the impact of urban sprawl on the environment?

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Urban sprawl can lead to habitat destruction, increased pollution, and greater reliance on automobiles.

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What is bioaccumulation?

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Bioaccumulation is the process by which organisms accumulate toxic substances in their bodies over time.

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What is the role of producers in a food chain?

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Producers, like plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis and form the base of the food chain.