Science Vocal Test Junes 2026

A set of vocabulary flashcards defining key terms related to sustainability, environment, and resource management based on the lecture notes.

Sustainability

The capacity to endure or maintain over time without causing damage to the environment or depleting resources.

Impact

The effect or influence that something has on its surroundings or on a specific situation or person.

Practical

The quality or state of being usable or effective in a specific situation.

Cost Effective

Relating to a product, service, or action that provides the best value for the cost, balancing quality and affordability.

Carbon Footprint

The amount of greenhouse gases, particularly carbon dioxide, released into the atmosphere as a result of human activities.

Consumption

The act of using up goods or resources, often referring to the purchase and use of products.

Biodegradable

The ability to decompose naturally and be absorbed by the environment.

Climate Change

Refers to changes in long-term weather patterns, including temperature, precipitation, wind patterns, and more, attributed to human activity and increasing greenhouse gas emissions.