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ENVI. SCIENCE (WEEK 5-11) Flashcards

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What is the process where humans and their environment adjust and adapt to each other in response to ongoing interactions?

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Coadaptation

Coadaptation emphasizes the reciprocal relationship between humans and their environment.

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Define the increase in the number of individuals within a particular species of plant or animal within a defined location during a specific time period.

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Population Growth

Population growth can be influenced by factors such as birth rates, death rates, and immigration.

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What is the way individuals are spread out across various regions on Earth called?

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Population Distribution

Population distribution can be influenced by environmental factors, resource availability, and human activities.

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What is the term used to describe the process by which humans and the environment influence each other over time?

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Coevolution

Coevolution highlights the dynamic interactions between species and their environment.

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What term describes the loss of species due to human activities such as deforestation and overfishing?

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Biodiversity Loss and Ecological Balance

Biodiversity loss can lead to disruptions in ecosystem services and ecological balance.

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Give three (3) negative impacts of the human population on the environment.

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  1. Pollution and waste production
  2. Increased Consumption of Resources
  3. Changes in Land use such as Urbanization and Deforestation
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Give two (2) impacts of the environment on human behavior

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  1. Climate Change
  2. Natural Disasters
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List two (2) major types of human activities that impact the environment

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  1. Use of natural resources such as land, food, water, soils, minerals, plants and animals
  2. Production of wastes from a range of activities including agriculture, industry
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  1. Situation:
    A city has been expanding rapidly, leading to the destruction of nearby forests and natural habitats. The city plans to add more parks and green spaces to reduce the environmental impact of urbanization.

True or False? Adding green spaces and parks in urban areas can help mitigate some of the negative effects of habitat destruction and reduce carbon emissions.

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  • TRUE
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  1. Situation: A factory located near a river has been disposing of its waste into the water, resulting in the decline of fish populations and other aquatic life.

True or False? Industrial waste dumped into rivers has no significant impact on aquatic ecosystems or biodiversity.

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  • FALSE
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  1. Situation: A farming community has been using chemical pesticides and fertilizers to boost crop yields. However, these practices have caused soil degradation and water contamination in nearby streams.

True or False? The use of chemical pesticides and fertilizers has no long-term negative effects on soil health or water quality.

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  • FALSE
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It can be defined as interactions between the humanity or human social system and the
rest of the ecosystem.

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Human-Environmental Interactions

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4 Major Concerns of Human Population and Environmental Coevolution

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  1. Biodiversity Loss and Ecological Balance
  2. Urbanization and Habitat Destruction
  3. Resource Consumption and Sustainability
  4. Pollution and Climate Change
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4 Human Interaction with and Effects on the Environment

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  1. Land Use and Agriculture
  2. Energy Use
  3. Water Management
  4. Waste Generation and Management
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5 Positive Impacts of Human Population on the Environment

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  1. Public Awareness and Education
  2. Innovation and Technology
  3. Conservation Efforts
  4. Restoration Projects
  5. Research and Development
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3 Negative Impacts of Human Population on the Environment

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  1. Pollution and waste production
  2. Increased Consumption of Resources
  3. Changes in Land use such as Urbanization and Deforestation
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6 Impact of Population Growth to the Environment

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● Resource Depletion
● Environmental Degradation
● Food Security
● Climate Change

● Water Scarcity
● Urbanization and Overcrowding
● Social and Economic Challenges

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3 Factors affecting Population Growth

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1. Fertility - the natural capability to produce offspring
2. Mortality - the state of being mortal, or susceptible to death
3. Migration - movement of people to a new area or country in order to find work or better
living conditions

19
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Policies Safeguarding our Environment

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  • Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999
  • Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004
  • Philippine Environmental Policy
  • Philippine Sanitation Code
  • Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010
  • Climate Change Act of 2009
  • Writ of Kalikasan
  • Water Code of the Philippines
  • Marine pollution Decree of 1976
  • Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000
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Ways to Protect the Environment

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Using less water
Promoting renewable energy
Reducing carbon emissions
Ensuring Equitable Resource Access
Switching to Reusable Products
Carbon Taxes and Fees

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Benefits of Environmental Protection

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Preserve Resources
Protect Wildlife
Improve Health
Improve Air and Water Quality
Climate Stabilization
Maintain Biodiversity Balance

22
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Environmental and Social Challenges

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Soil Depletion
Sedimentation in Waterways
Social and Economic Stress
Water Scarcity
Deforestation

23
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The Industrial Revolution effects on environment

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Ait Pollution
Water Pollution
Climate Change
Rresource Overuse

24
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Refers to the process by which two or more species, systems, or phenomena
evolve in response to each other

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Coevolution

25
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_____ has direct effects on the human population in the sense that it
increases heat waves, thereby increasing health problems caused by heatwaves
and the spread of diseases, such as malaria.

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Climate change

26
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_____ is a concept that seeks to balance economic growth, social
equity, and environmental protection. In the context of environmental science, it focuses on
ensuring that human activities do not compromise the health of the planet or the ability of future
generations to meet their needs.

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Sustainable Development

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The Three Pillars of Sustainable Development

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  1. Environmental Sustainability
  2. Economic Sustainability
  3. Social Sustainability
28
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It refers to the practice of using natural
resources responsibly to ensure their availability for future generations. This involves balancing
human needs with the health of the planet.

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Environmental Sustainability

29
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____ strives to promote those activities through which long-term
economic growth can be achieved without having a negative impact on the environmental,
social, and cultural aspects of the community

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Economic sustainability

30
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___ is a form of responsibility that significantly takes place when
a community’s stable and unstable components need a revival of depleted resources. It combines
the design of the physical environment.

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Social sustainability

31
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is a legal framework designed to
protect ecologically significant areas across the Philippines. Initially established under RA
7586, the law was later amended by RA 11038 to expand the list of protected areas and
refine its management structure.

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NIPAS (National Integrated Protected Areas System)

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  • The Act establishes a system of protected areas in the Philippines, which includes
    national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and other natural areas of significant ecological
    importance.
  • The list of protected areas is periodically updated by the National Protected Areas Board
    (NIPAS Board).
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Declaration of Protected Areas

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  • The NIPAS Act categorizes protected areas into different management categories,
    including strict nature reserves, natural parks, protected landscapes, and wildlife
    sanctuaries, each with specific conservation objectives and guidelines.
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Categorization of Protected Areas

34
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_____: Areas where no human activity, except for scientific research and
monitoring, is permitted.

____: Areas where regulated activities like eco-tourism, sustainable
harvesting, and community-managed resource use can occur without compromising the
integrity of the ecosystem.

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Strict Protection Zones
Multiple-Use Zones

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