Human-Environment Interaction and Problem Solving — Flashcards

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Human-environment interaction refers to the continuous and reciprocal relationship between human societies and the natural environment. Humans depend on nature for food, water, energy, and raw materia…

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Population growth and urbanisation increase the demand for land, water, energy, and other resources. This puts more pressure on natural systems, increases waste and pollution, and reduces green spaces…

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Quantity of life refers to material well-being such as income, housing, transportation, education, and technology. Quality of environment refers to the health and stability of natural systems such as …

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Economic growth can improve jobs, income, and infrastructure, but it may also increase pollution, resource depletion, and habitat loss if environmental limits are ignored. Sustainable development trie…

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Loss of biodiversity reduces ecosystem services such as food supply, fresh water, climate regulation, pest control, and pollination. It also makes ecosystems weaker and less able to recover from distu…

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The three main types are provisioning services, regulating services, and cultural services. Provisioning services include food and fresh water, regulating services help control climate and disease cyc…

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The ozone layer blocks harmful ultraviolet radiation. When it thins, more UV radiation reaches the Earth, increasing the risk of skin cancer, snow blindness, and weakening of the immune system. Plants…

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Chlorofluorocarbons, or CFCs, are mainly responsible for ozone depletion. They are used as coolants in refrigerators and air conditioners, as propellants in aerosol sprays, and in industrial applicati…