Global Flashcards
What are some examples of renewable sources
Solar, wind, geothermal, hydroelectric
Non-Renewable Energy
Energy sources that can not be replaced once it is used, such as oil, coal, and natural gas.
Energy Efficiency:
The use of less energy to achieve the same level of energy service as before, such as using more efficient lightbulbs or appliances.
Energy Efficiency:
The use of less energy to perform the same task or produce the same amount of energy.
Energy Conservation:
The practice of reducing or eliminating the use of energy in order to reduce energy costs and conserve natural resources.
Population:
The total number of people living in an area
Demographics
The characteristics of a population, such as age, gender, race, and income.
Population Growth:
The change in a population over time due to births, deaths, and migration.
The Shrinking Family Dilemma:
This is a phenomenon that has been seen in many countries in recent years, where the size of families is decreasing. This is often caused by many factors, such as longer life expectancy, fewer children being born.
Family Structure:
This refers to the way in which families are organized and interact with each other. It includes the roles of members within the family, such as parent, sibling, and grandparent.
Family Dynamics:
This is the study of how families interact with each other and how they create an environment of love, support, and communication within the family.
Population:
the total number of people living in a given area or country. Population size is often estimated by counting the number of people living in a particular area.
Demographics:
a set of characteristics that describe a population. Demographic characteristics include age, gender, race, ethnicity, and economic status.
Population Dynamics:
the patterns and processes of change in population size, composition, and distribution over time.
Consumption:
the action or process of using a resource, especially one that is not renewable.
