lesson 11 Flashcards

1
Q

is the average course or
condition of the weather at a place
usually over a period of years as
exhibited by temperature, wind
velocity, and amount of precipitation.

A

Climate

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2
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can be defined as the expected
weather patterns, conditions, and
predictions specific to every region in
each continent of the world on the
course of a lifetime.

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Climate

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3
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is the daily atmospheric
condition in a region and can change
in just a few hours. This is what is
typically being shown in news reports.

A

Weather

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4
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is a process of which the oceanic pH decreases or becomes less basic.

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Ocean acidification

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5
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Using plants to clean soil, water, and
air from pollutants.

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Phytoremediation

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6
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Utilizing microorganisms to degrade or
neutralize environmental
contaminants.
▪ Applications in oil spill cleanup,
wastewater treatment, and soil
recovery.

A

Bioremediation

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7
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Employing chemical agents to
detoxify pollutants (e.g., neutralizing
acids or oxidizing organic waste).
▪ Often combined with biological
approaches for efficiency.

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Chemical Remediation:

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8
Q

Mechanical methods like soil
excavation, sediment dredging, or
filtration for immediate cleanup.
▪ Suitable for severe contamination.

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Physical Remediation:

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