Final Review Session Notes

These flashcards cover essential vocabulary and definitions related to the final review session for the upcoming exam.

Subsidies

Financial assistance granted by the government to promote economic sectors like agriculture.

Montreal Protocol

An international treaty aimed at phasing out substances that deplete the ozone layer.

Cooperation

The process of working together to the same end or engaging in collaborative efforts.

Biodiversity Loss

The reduction in the variety of life, including the decline of species and ecosystems.

Education Incentives

Policies intended to encourage education and informed decision-making among individuals.

Individual Actions

Personal behaviors and decisions that can lead to meaningful change in society and the environment.

Agriculture Regulations

Laws and guidelines governing the practices related to the cultivation of crops and livestock.

Ecosystems

Communities of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Gases such as carbon dioxide that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to global warming.

CFCs (Chlorofluorocarbons)

Chemical compounds used in refrigerants that harm the ozone layer.

Sustainable Agriculture

Farming practices that meet current food needs without compromising future generations.

Nashua River Watershed

A community-focused initiative aimed at protecting and restoring the Nashua River ecosystem.