Environmental Impacts of Interconnections Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
What are the main factors that increase extinction rates?
A
Habitat loss, pollution, climate change, hunting, and invasive species.
2
Q
Examples / Case Studies of Endangered Species
A
Orangutans – due to deforestation for palm oil.
3
Q
How are mobile phones linked to gorilla endangerment in the DRC?
A
Phones use coltan, a mineral mined in gorilla habitats, leading to habitat destruction, and is happening in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
