Unit 1 Flashcards
independent variable
It is a variable that stands alone and isn’t changed by the other variables
Dependent Variable
It is something that depends on other factors, and changes because of them
Hypotheisis
an idea or explanation that you then test in the experiment
Controlled variable
The thing that does not change and is consistant cg
experimental design
planning a set of procedures to investigate a relationship between variables
hydrosphere
the sum of earths water in the ocean, the ground, on the surface and in the air
atmosphere
the protective bubble in which we live in
sustainability
meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of the future generations to meet their needs
Ecological footprint
a method that determines how dependent humans are on the natural recourses
commons
a recourse that is available to everyone and is owned by not a single person or entity
environmental science
provides an overview of how science effects our environment
environmentalism
concern for the environment and particularity actions or advocacy to limit negative human impact
anthropogenic change
alterations that result from human action or presence
Mitigation
preventing or reducing the emission of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere to make the impacts of climate change less severe
environment
the surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates
