Sustainability Practice

What is the primary goal of sustainability?

• To increase economic growth at any cost

• To meet present needs without compromising future generations

• To focus solely on technological advancement

• To prioritize current needs over future needs

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which of the following best describes sustainability?

• Ignoring environmental concerns for development

• Balancing present and future needs in development

• Focusing only on present economic growth

• Prioritizing future needs over present needs

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Why is it important to use resources at the same rate they can be replenished?

• To increase the number of resources

• To ensure systems stay steady

• To decrease the cost of resources

• To make resources last forever

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

What happens if resources are used more quickly than they are replaced?

• The number of resources increases

• The number of resources stays the same

• The number of resources decreases

• The resources become more efficient

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

Which term describes the negative effect on biodiversity due to excessive consumption?

• Biodiversity enhancement

• Ecosystem restoration

• Declining biodiversity

• Climate improvement

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

What happens to biodiversity as a result of excessive resource consumption?

• It increases

• It remains stable

• It declines

• It is unaffected

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

Which of the following is associated with conservation efforts in sustainability?

• Environment

• Economy

• Equity

• Energy

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

What does the "Economy" aspect of sustainability focus on?

• Profits

• Conservation

• Fair distribution of resources

• Energy efficiency

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-2

NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

Why is the balance of the three areas critical in sustainability?

• To provide for human needs while maintaining ecosystem health

• To maximize profits

• To conserve energy

• To promote education

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

What is one of the health benefits of trees mentioned in the text?

• Increase blood pressure

• Reduce mental health

• Reduce stress/anxiety

• Cause skin irritation