Of the following behaviors, the one that runs counter to the three principles of sustainability is
A. recycling of materials.
B. reusing materials.
C. producing and consuming anything people are willing to buy.
D. initiating a tree planting drive in your community.
E. relying more on renewable sources of energy.
Answer: C
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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properties than surrounding rocks are called ____. a. terraces b. concretions c. hot spots d. Wilson blocks e. terranes
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system? What is the result if it is not a closed system? What will be an ideal response?
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A) delivers electricity without environmental downsides B) potential can be impacted by global climate change C) has dammed only a small fraction of the world's rivers D) dams are best sited on deep, narrow canyons E) has a future in "small hydro" facilities