Apes unit 5 frq - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

APES Unit 5 FRQ Exam Review Solution 2023 Identify and describe TWO water-related environmental problems associated with fracking - ANS-- Groundwater contamination: Fracking liquids or chemicals can contaminate drinking water or groundwater. Liquid waste stored in waste lagoons can leach into groundwater (aquifer). Drilling can allow methane (or natural gas) to seep into groundwater. - Excessive water use or consumption: Considerable amounts of water are used in the fracking process. T...

APES Unit 9 FRQ(a) Maintaining high global biodiversity is important to provide ecosystem services to humans. Describe one cultural ecosystem service provided by diverse ecosystems. - correct answer -Green spaces provide a place for recreation/walking/playing sports. -An intact ecosystem provides places to maintain mental/physical health and well-being. Ecosystems and biodiversity are important for many types of tourism/ecotourism -Cultural and ecotourism provide education about the importanc...