environmental impact Flashcards
what is a habitat?
a place where plants and animals get their resources and needs to survive. different species need different resources. (also known as biomes)
what is a biome?
a geographic area that contains ecosystems with similar biotic and abiotic factors.
what is driving up earth’s temperature?
pollution and overpopulation
what is the main cause of climate change?
the greenhouse effect
what is the greenhouse effect?
when gases such as carbon dioxide, water vapor, methane, and nitrous oxide are trapped in the atmosphere, keeping the sun’s heat inside
what increases the amount of CO₂ (carbon dioxide)?
the burning of fossil fuels.
what does climate change have consequences for?
oceans, weather, food sources, and health
what are some consequences of climate change?
icebergs are melting, sea levels are rising, floods, extreme weather, respiratory problems, and more.
how could we prevent some of the worst effects of climate change?
by replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy sources like solar and wind power
who are responsible for keeping the environment safe from danger?
us, the people
could you mention some current example of environmental impact on society?
major current environmental issues may include climate change, pollution, environmental degradation, and resource depletion.
what is an organism?
individual form of life that is capable of growing and reproducing, and have one or more cells
what is population?
a group of organisms of the same species occupying a particular space at the same time
what is a community?
a group of interacting species living in the same location
what is an ecosystem?
a biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment
