Biodiversity and Waste Management, Global Warming Flashcards
1
Q
What is Biodiversity?
A
The variety of different species of organisms on Earth.
2
Q
Why is it important for ecosystems to have a high biodiversity?
A
Has fewer species that depend on just one other species for food and shelter. Can easily adjust to changes
3
Q
What things do humans do to reduce biodiversity?
A
- Waste production
- Deforestation
- Global warming
4
Q
(DON’T NEED)How do greenhouse gases create global warming?
A
They absorb the energy and re-radiate it in all directions
