All Flashcards
What are the effects of over-irrigation?
Water depletion and soil salinization.
What are the effects of deforestation?
Loss of biodiversity and soil degradation.
What are the effects of unsustainable fishing?
Depleted fish populations.
What are the effects of pesticide use?
Harm to non-target organisms and water pollution.
What are the effects of urbanization?
Habitat loss, increased pollution, altered water cycles, and the heat island effect.
What are the effects of mining?
Habitat destruction, soil erosion, and water pollution.
What are the effects of meat production?
Greenhouse gas emissions and deforestation.
What are the effects of resource extraction?
Significant environmental damage.
What are the effects of aquaculture if not managed properly?
Water pollution and disease outbreaks.
What are the effects of habitat fragmentation?
Reduced biodiversity and disrupted ecological processes.
What is the significance of sustainable practices in resource management?
Minimizing environmental impact while meeting our needs.
Explain the trade-offs between food production and environmental impact in agriculture.
Agriculture is vital but can cause water depletion, soil salinization, and pollution. Balancing food needs with environmental protection is key.
What are the environmental consequences of unsustainable fishing practices?
Depletion of fish populations and habitat destruction.
What are the main environmental impacts of urbanization?
Habitat loss, increased pollution, altered water cycles, and heat island effect.
What does an ecological footprint measure?
Our demand on the Earth's resources, based on land and water use, for individuals, groups, or countries.
What is the core focus of environmental sustainability?
Responsible resource management, conservation, preservation, and long-term thinking.
Explain the importance of evaluating different farming methods.
Different methods have varying impacts on water use, soil health, and overall environmental sustainability.
Explain how meat production impacts the environment.
Requires significant land, water, and energy, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and deforestation.
What is the significance of resource extraction?
Mining, drilling, and logging can cause significant environmental damage with long-term consequences.
Why is it important to understand our consumption patterns?
To identify areas for improvement and reduce our ecological footprint.
How can sustainable agriculture help protect the environment?
By minimizing water depletion, soil salinization, and pollution.
How can integrated pest management (IPM) help protect the environment?
By reducing harm to non-target organisms and water pollution.
How can responsible resource management contribute to sustainability?
By ensuring resources are available for future generations.
How does conservation promote environmental sustainability?
By protecting natural habitats and biodiversity.
How does preservation promote environmental sustainability?
By maintaining ecosystems in their natural state.