human impacts on the environment Flashcards
1
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settlement
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the establishment of a community or group of people in a particular place
2
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light pollution
A
excessive or inappropriate use of artificial light outdoors
3
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pollutant
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a chemical or biological substance which harms water, air, or land quality
4
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infrastructure
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Infrastructure is the basic facilities and system serving a country, region, or community
5
Q
landfill site
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A landfill is a site for the disposal of waste materials
6
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deforestation
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Deforestation is the purposeful clearing of forested land
