Why is overpopulation a geologic issue? What will be an ideal response?
Additional people must be provided with food, water, clothing, and housing at a minimum. Obtaining
these things puts a strain on the available resources, such as the soil needed to grow food. Since many
of the desirable and safe areas of the planet are already developed, future development is more likely
to be in locations that are at risk for natural disasters. More people also produce more wastes so
pollutants must be dealt with.
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A) categories called forward-leaning, stagnant, and backward-leaning cities. B) two levels, called primate and non primate cities. C) three levels, called alpha, beta, and gamma. D) four levels, called alpha, beta, gamma, and delta. E) none of the above.
What is meant by the habitable zone in other solar systems?
A. A narrow zone around a star where liquid water can exist B. A zone defined by abundant sunlight C. A zone with abundant plant growth D. A zone where oxygen is present
Local residents are not informed of formulae of the hydrofracturing fluid being used in their
community because companies claim the exact mixture is a trade secret. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Negative radiative forcing refers to more outgoing than incoming radiation
a. True b. False