Chemicals that are sprayed on plants to keep insects away are called_____.
Pesticides
15
Anything that is added to the environment in amounts large enough to have a harmful effect is called _______.
pollution
15
This word means to use a resource again
reuse
10
What type of pollution is shown in the picture?
air pollution
5
What type of pollution is shown in the picture?
land pollution
5
What type of pollution is shown in the picture?
water pollution
5
What is deforestation?
the process of eliminating large amounts of trees
15
A resource that can be replaced is _____________.
renewable
15
What is a resource that CAN'T be replaced quickly?
nonrenewable
15
A resource that is created naturally by Earth is called a ___________.
natural resource
15
The process of using Earth’s resources wisely and safely is called ________.
conservation
15
Waste that threatens public health and the environment is called ________ waste.
Hazardous
10
What type of pollution is a GASSY pollution that consists of chemicals or contaminants in the ATMOSPHERE that are damaging to the plants and animals in the environment?
Air pollution
15
Liquid pollution that is a combination of chemicals or contaminants that are damaging to the plants and animals living in the environment is called_____.