Human Population and Resource Use

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Since the start of the 'Modern Age' human populations have exponentially _____________.

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increased

Front

Which graph shape shows a population that has reached its carrying capacity?

Back

A horizontal line or an S-shaped curve.

Front

If a village of 10 people use 900 gallons of water in one day what is the per capita consumption of water for this village?

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90 gallons of water

Front

As populations grow so do the use of resources. True or False?

Back

True

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What is per capita consumption?

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The average consumption per person within a population.

Front

Define carrying capacity.

Back

The maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can support sustainably.

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What is resource use?

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The consumption of natural materials or energy sources by humans.

Front

Give an example of a renewable resource.

Back

Solar energy.

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What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally, while non-renewable resources cannot.

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What does it mean when a population is in exponential growth?

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The population size increases rapidly over time.