Environmental Management Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three main causes of land degradation?
A
Agricultural mismanagement
Overgrazing
Deforestation/fuelwood consumption
2
Q
Name 5 consequences of desertification.
A
- Loss of soil nutrients
- Abandoned cropland
- Increased rural poverty
- Forced migrations due to food scarcity
- Increased sedimentation of streams
3
Q
What causes dust storms?
A
dry soils + strong winds
4
Q
How is water pollution caused?
A
Wastewater is discharged into water without being treated.
5
Q
Define noise pollution.
A
Disturbing or excessive noise that may harm the activity or balance of human or animal life.
6
Q
Define light pollution.
A
Excessive or obtrusive artificial light.
7
Q
Define incidental pollution.
A
One-off pollution incidents.
8
Q
Define sustained pollution.
A
Longer-term pollution.
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