SOPHIA PATHWAYS Environmental Science Practice Milestone 1
Exam (elaborations)
SOPHIA PATHWAYS Environmental Science practice milestone 1
7 views 0 purchase
Course
SOPHIA PATHWAYS Environmental Science Practice Milestone 1
Institution
Chamberlain College Of Nursing
SOPHIA PATHWAYS Environmental Science practice milestone 1
CONCEPT
Biodiversity
existing in a specific region
Sustainability
5
Categorize the statements below as reflecting an environmental scientist stance or an environmentalist stance.
= Correct Answer
= Incorrect A...
sophia pathways environmental science practice milestone 1
concept biodiversity existing in a specific region sustainability 5 categorize the statements below as reflecting an environmental
Written for
Chamberlain College Of Nursing
SOPHIA PATHWAYS Environmental Science Practice Milestone 1
All documents for this subject (4)
Seller
Follow
CHRISJAYfiles
Reviews received
Content preview
SOPHIA PATHWAYS Environmental
Science practice milestone 1
1
Classify the following examples according to the type of service they provide.
= Correct Answer
= Incorrect Answer
Provisioning Regulating Cultural
Pollination
Fresh Water
Recreation
CONCEPT
Biodiversity
2
Which of the following statements about Aldo Leopold and his contributions to
environmental awareness is true?
● He was a human-centered environmentalist who believed we should protect the
environment because it has many uses for man.
● His book discussed the negative impacts of overpopulation, including food
shortages, diseases, wars and irreversible environmental damage.
● He believed humans were ethically obligated to protect the environment as a
whole because humans and nature rely on one another.
● His book On Human Nature bridged the gap between biological and social
sciences.
CONCEPT
Environmentalism
, SOPHIA PATHWAYS Environmental
Science practice milestone 1
3
Which of the following statements is true about projected population growth?
● If growth slows dramatically, the Earth's population in 2050 will be 7.4 billion
people.
● People in overpopulated regions will migrate in large numbers, causing
environmental destruction as they travel.
● The consequences of overpopulation (i.e. hunger and disease) are inevitable for
humans in the future.
● If population growth continues, the population in 2030 will be 20 billion people.
CONCEPT
The Impact of Population Growth
4
Pair each term below with its corresponding definition.
Biodiversity
Ecosystems
Sustainability
● A.
The practice of using
resources without
depleting them for
future societies
● B.
Dependence of
species upon one
another
● C.
A biological
community of living
and non-living
organisms and their
environment
● D.
The variety of life
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller CHRISJAYfiles. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $15.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
