science yes Flashcards

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define emissions

A

Pollutants that are released into the air.

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2
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define smog

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chemical intensified fog

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3
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define acid rain

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Rain or another form of precipitation that is more acidic than normal, caused by the release of molecules of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide into the air.

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4
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give examples of technlogy

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catalytic converters, scrubbers in factories, electric cars/household items.

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5
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define erosion

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The process by which water, ice, wind, or gravity moves weathered particles of rock and soil.

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6
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define runoff

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Water that flows over the ground surface rather than soaking into the ground.

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7
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give examples of technology.

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drip irrigation

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8
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define nutrient depletion

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the removal of important nutrients that a plant needs.

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9
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define malnutrition

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Ill health that results from not getting enough to eat or not getting the proper nutrient-rich foods.

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10
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Give examples of soil pollution

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desertification, nutrient depletion.

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11
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Give examples of technology

A

robots, temperature, and moisture sensors.

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11
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define fossil fuels

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The remains of ancient organisms turned into energy-rich substances due to heat and pressure.

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12
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give examples of renewable energy

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solar, wind, geothermal, nuclear, hydro power.

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13
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Give environmental impacts of fossil fuels

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release of toxic chemicals into the air, acid rain, and dumping/ runoff, polluting air, water, and soil reaches.

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14
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define conservation

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using less energy to reduce global energy demands.

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15
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define efficiency

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the percent of energy used to perform a task is not lost to the environment.

16
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Give examples of technology