Some analysts argue that ____ has increased the earth's carrying capacity for the human species.

A. time
B. medicine
C. agriculture
D. technology
E. the economy


Answer: D

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

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a. True b. False

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Which of the following federal actions immediately after WWII might have significantly decreased urban sprawl during that post-war period?

A) The construction of many new light rail commuter systems out to suburbs B) Grants to support improvements in city schools, parks and waste collection C) Low cost home loans and tax deductions for mortgage interest D) Construction of new highways using taxes raised through the sale of motor fuels

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What process adds water until the water table rises and envelops the deep roots of plants, resulting in a loss of productivity and ultimately killing them?

A. salinization B. desertification C. soil erosion D. overgrazing E. waterlogging

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a. true b. false

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