Environmental and Conservation Biology

What does the field of environmental health encompass?

What does the field of environmental health encompass?

What does the field of environmental health encompass?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

mahafakhoury   68   1 Reply

sureshranabhat

Which of the following should not be flushed down the drain or toilet in a home with a septic tank? ...

Which of the following should not be flushed down the drain or toilet in a home with a septic tank? ...

Which of the following should not be flushed down the drain or toilet in a home with a septic tank?
 
  A) Vegetable fragments and organic detergents B) Toilet paper and other paper fragments
  C) Condoms and feminine h

cillapris   68   1 Reply

asistrunk13

Which of the following are the major factors that determine a population's growth rate?

Which of the following are the major factors that determine a population's growth rate?

Which of the following are the major factors that determine a population's growth rate?
 
  A) birth rate, death rate, emigration, immigration
  B) survivorship, natural selection, mutation, extinction
  C) im

Tzasqatch   68   2 Replies

Tzasqatch

Natural gas ________. (Multiple Choice)

Natural gas ________. (Multiple Choice)

Natural gas ________.
 
  A) produces less greenhouse gases per energy unit than coal or oil
  B) will be depleted by 2030 at current usage rates
  C) is transported primarily by truck and rail
  D)

Jayfan25   68   1 Reply

Tanzious02

Blue-baby syndrome is a consequence of excess ________ in the water supply.

Blue-baby syndrome is a consequence of excess ________ in the water supply.

Blue-baby syndrome is a consequence of excess ________ in the water supply.
 
  A) chlorine B) E. coli C) carbon D) phosphates E) nitrates

mamafay   68   1 Reply

gauze

Discuss the interrelationship between sea otters, sea urchins, and kelp in the Pacific Ocean. ...

Discuss the interrelationship between sea otters, sea urchins, and kelp in the Pacific Ocean. ...

Discuss the interrelationship between sea otters, sea urchins, and kelp in the Pacific Ocean.
 
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Breionna   68   1 Reply

amelicox35

Of the following, ________ are market mechanisms for addressing climate change.

Of the following, ________ are market mechanisms for addressing climate change.

Of the following, ________ are market mechanisms for addressing climate change.
 
  A) cap-and-trade and carbon offsets
  B) international treaties from global conferences
  C) mitigation and adaptation
&

Tzasqatch   68   1 Reply

tru.alx

Describe two potential environmental benefits and two potential environmental drawbacks of ...

Describe two potential environmental benefits and two potential environmental drawbacks of ...

Describe two potential environmental benefits and two potential environmental drawbacks of urbanization.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

life_skals   68   1 Reply

gauze

Negative feedback processes tend to function within an ecosystem to ________.

Negative feedback processes tend to function within an ecosystem to ________.

Negative feedback processes tend to function within an ecosystem to ________.
 
  A) cause ecological relationships to flourish B) reinforce harmful changes
  C) cause further ecological destruction D) stabilize it

QiTian   68   1 Reply

omar.quesadamed

Ecological modeling is most useful for studying ________.

Ecological modeling is most useful for studying ________.

Ecological modeling is most useful for studying ________.
 
  A) artificial data generated by computers
  B) small isolated microhabitats, where the inputs and outputs are well-studied
  C) large complex ecosy

bkm1   68   1 Reply

omar.quesadamed

Water bodies where rivers flow into the oceans, mixing fresh water with saltwater, are called ...

Water bodies where rivers flow into the oceans, mixing fresh water with saltwater, are called ...

Water bodies where rivers flow into the oceans, mixing fresh water with saltwater, are called ________.
 
  A) salt marshes
  B) littoral ecosystems
  C) mangroves
  D) upwellings
  E) estu

monkeybee765   68   1 Reply

jash.link

A(n) ________ is best defined as one who considers the impacts on the whole ecosystem, both the ...

A(n) ________ is best defined as one who considers the impacts on the whole ecosystem, both the ...

A(n) ________ is best defined as one who considers the impacts on the whole ecosystem, both the living and non-living, when considering an action.
 
  A) anthropocentrist
  B) relativist
  C) biocentrist

monkeybee765   68   1 Reply

PinBoi

The downdraft in an ordinary thunderstorm is created mainly by:

The downdraft in an ordinary thunderstorm is created mainly by:

The downdraft in an ordinary thunderstorm is created mainly by:
  a. the melting of snow in the anvil
  b. electrical attraction between the cloud and ground
  c. the release of latent heat as water in the cloud freezes
  d. ev

buttsuni   68   2 Replies

buttsuni

What are winter beaches and summer beaches? How can the same beach have two such different seasonal ...

What are winter beaches and summer beaches? How can the same beach have two such different seasonal ...

What are winter beaches and summer beaches? How can the same beach have two such different
  seasonal profiles? What will be an ideal response?


Q. 2 - What is a beach, and what are the component parts of a beach? Wha

MalorieB   68   3 Replies

jessikagirl

Most mass wasting is enhanced or promoted by:

Most mass wasting is enhanced or promoted by:

Most mass wasting is enhanced or promoted by:
  a. erosion.
  b. weathering.
  c. flash floods.
  d. wind erosion.
  e. plate tectonics.


Q. 2 - The most common triggering mechanism for mass was

tameeka314   68   1 Reply

rmk280

Which is the correct ranking of regions with the most active volcanoes and volcanic activity? 1. ...

Which is the correct ranking of regions with the most active volcanoes and volcanic activity? 1. ...

Which is the correct ranking of regions with the most active volcanoes and volcanic activity?
  1. Circum-Pacific belt
  2. Mid-oceanic ridges
  3. Mediterranean belt
  4. Isolated sites like the Hawaiian Islands
  a. 2, 1

madisenjames   68   3 Replies

princess34

The truly large mountain systems of the world are found at ____________________ plate boundaries. ...

The truly large mountain systems of the world are found at ____________________ plate boundaries. ...

The truly large mountain systems of the world are found at ____________________ plate boundaries. Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Q. 2 - What happens if some of the above water portion of an iceberg melts? Wha

AlfredDieselGuy   68   3 Replies

renaatvdw

Distinguish between renewable and nonrenewable groundwater resources. What are the consequences of ...

Distinguish between renewable and nonrenewable groundwater resources. What are the consequences of ...

Distinguish between renewable and nonrenewable groundwater resources. What are the consequences of overdrawing these two kinds of groundwater?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


Q. 2 - Arrange a tour to the sewage-tr

christopher mar   68   3 Replies

amyarango11

Salt wedging is a weathering process that is more common in humid areas than arid. (True or false?)

Salt wedging is a weathering process that is more common in humid areas than arid. (True or false?)

Salt wedging is a weathering process that is more common in humid areas than arid.
 
  Indicate whether this statement is true or false.


Q. 2 - Streams in arid areas generally lack an extensive network of tributaries

badkarma2007   68   3 Replies

Farloo014

A companys R&D strategy is an example of a competitive strategy. (True or false?)

A companys R&D strategy is an example of a competitive strategy. (True or false?)

A companys R&D strategy is an example of a competitive strategy.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

Differentiation and cost leadership are examples of prospecting strat

Claudia899   68   2 Replies

Claudia899

Because of which of the following do we experience seasons?

Because of which of the following do we experience seasons?

Because of which of the following do we experience seasons?
 
  a. the inclination of Earth c. the daily spin of Earth
  b. the yearly orbit of Earth d. the orbit of the moon

Question 2

What is

devv_ann   68   2 Replies

Sarah Cox1

Cohesion water, or ____________________ water, is held more loosely, can move in the soil, and can ...

Cohesion water, or ____________________ water, is held more loosely, can move in the soil, and can ...

Cohesion water, or ____________________ water, is held more loosely, can move in the soil, and can
  be absorbed by plants.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Question 2

lisandra777   68   2 Replies

lisandra777

Which of these is considered a greenhouse gas?

Which of these is considered a greenhouse gas?

Which of these is considered a greenhouse gas?
 
  a. carbon dioxide c. methane
  b. nitrous oxide d. all answers

Question 2

Which of these is NOT a human pathogen that animal waste may contain

shuangtan   68   3 Replies

Leslverocanosa

Which of these requires the most maintenance?

Which of these requires the most maintenance?

Which of these requires the most maintenance?
 
  A) bahiagrass
  B) bermudagrass
  C) carpetgrass
  D) centipedegrass

Question 2

A major weakness of bermudagrass is its inability to

wickedwisp   68   1 Reply

Dragosani

The palatability of the rabbit diet may be improved with the addition of _____.

The palatability of the rabbit diet may be improved with the addition of _____.

The palatability of the rabbit diet may be improved with the addition of _____.
 
  a. fiber c. protein
  b. fat d. vitamins

Question 2

Medium-weight rabbits may be bred when they are __

iamreal?   68   2 Replies

iamreal?

Fertilization of the ovum normally occurs:

Fertilization of the ovum normally occurs:

Fertilization of the ovum normally occurs:
 
  A. in the infundibulum of the oviduct
  B. in the innermost portion of the uterine horn
  C. just beyond the cervix

Question 2

Which species

jm08123   68   3 Replies

bahowa

The most common cause of tooth loss in dogs and cats is

The most common cause of tooth loss in dogs and cats is

The most common cause of tooth loss in dogs and cats is
 
  A. Fights with other cats and dogs
  B. Dietary deficiency of calcium and phosphorus
  C. Periodontal disease
  D. Diabetes
  E. None of the above

[c

emeraldisle   68   2 Replies

emeraldisle

Biomes with precipitation between 10 and 60 inches per year, frequent fire, and seasonal ...

Biomes with precipitation between 10 and 60 inches per year, frequent fire, and seasonal ...

Biomes with precipitation between 10 and 60 inches per year, frequent fire, and seasonal temperatures at lower elevations are commonly
A) coniferous forests.
B) hot deserts.
C) grasslands.
D) tropical rain forests.

Jay.M   68   1 Reply

Sunni_rae

A country with a declining fertility rate that is below 2.0

A country with a declining fertility rate that is below 2.0

A country with a declining fertility rate that is below 2.0
A) is graying.
B) has a population declining in size.
C) is increasingly common in highly developed nations.
D) All of these are true.

Hellohi21   68   1 Reply

Tomeau

Fragile states Somalia and Haiti share

Fragile states Somalia and Haiti share

Fragile states Somalia and Haiti share
A) widespread extreme poverty, lack of a functional governments, and are conflict-prone.
B) low total fertility rates, moderately strong economies, and incomes from ecotourism.
C) an aging population, many femal

loweba1   68   1 Reply

GOJES

In 2013, 10 percent of the energy used in the United States was renewable energy. Of that renewable ...

In 2013, 10 percent of the energy used in the United States was renewable energy. Of that renewable ...

In 2013, 10 percent of the energy used in the United States was renewable energy. Of that renewable energy, 17.9 percent was from wind. Therefore, in 2013, how much of the total energy used in the United States was from wind?
A) About 2%
B) About 5%

shrikharariji   68   1 Reply

mmondol

Even though a tremendous amount of the sun's energy strikes the Earth every day, why doesn't the ...

Even though a tremendous amount of the sun's energy strikes the Earth every day, why doesn't the ...

Even though a tremendous amount of the sun's energy strikes the Earth every day, why doesn't the Earth overheat?
A) Much of the heat melts rocks, forming lava deep inside the Earth.
B) Most of the energy is used in photosynthesis to help plants grow

dukedan01   68   1 Reply

aaronF1234

The specific design of a modern landfill requires a plastic liner that is most essential in ...

The specific design of a modern landfill requires a plastic liner that is most essential in ...

The specific design of a modern landfill requires a plastic liner that is most essential in landfills located in the state of
A) Utah.
B) Colorado.
C) Florida.
D) Texas.

orengo   68   1 Reply

Bkalid

The average size of U.S. farms in 2000 was approximately ________ acres.

The average size of U.S. farms in 2000 was approximately ________ acres.

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Izzy122   68   1 Reply

Kaajalp

The average late afternoon temperature in downtown areas is approximately ________ warmer than rural areas.

The average late afternoon temperature in downtown areas is approximately ________ warmer than rural areas.

[html]The average late afternoon temperature in downtown areas is approximately ________ warmer than rural areas.

dskmvld   68   1 Reply

eltoro

In 1950 the global infant mortality was ________ times higher than it is today.

In 1950 the global infant mortality was ________ times higher than it is today.

In 1950 the global infant mortality was ________ times higher than it is today.

▸ 4

▸ 1/2

▸ 1

▸ 10

▸ 2

trancy   68   1 Reply

austire

I want an explanation because I already have the answer I just don’t get as to why it is

I want an explanation because I already have the answer I just don’t get as to why it is

It’s a linkage question but I couldn’t find a topic with linkage:(

The test cross ab/ab x Ab/aB is performed. The following number of progeny of each genotype are obtained: 87 AaBb, 409 Aabb, 390 aaBb, 114 aabb.

What is the app

Fia   68   1 Reply

bio_man

The top ten warmest years in the instrumental record have all occurred in the past 15 years.

The top ten warmest years in the instrumental record have all occurred in the past 15 years.

The top ten warmest years in the instrumental record have all occurred in the past 15 years.

dada83   69   1 Reply

zudomusti

The ocean mixed layer extends to a depth of about:

The ocean mixed layer extends to a depth of about:

The ocean mixed layer extends to a depth of about:
A) 100 m
B) 400 m
C) 1000 m
D) 5000 m

dada83   69   1 Reply

bigrob1979

Which species actually benefited by the Permian extinction?

Which species actually benefited by the Permian extinction?

Which species actually benefited by the Permian extinction?
A) Birds
B) Mammals
C) Reptiles
D) Humans

dada83   69   1 Reply

zudomusti