Human-Environment Interactions: Climate Solutions through Electric Vehicles

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to electric vehicles and their environmental impacts, fostering understanding for the upcoming exam.

Electric Vehicle (EV)

A vehicle that is powered by an electric motor instead of a gasoline engine, resulting in zero tailpipe emissions.

Charging Station

A facility for recharging electric vehicles, essential for their utilization and infrastructure.

Tailpipe Emission

Gases released directly from a vehicle's exhaust pipe, which electric vehicles do not produce.

Range Anxiety

The fear of running out of charge in an electric vehicle before reaching a destination.

Greenhouse Gases

Gases that trap heat in the atmosphere and contribute to climate change, which are emitted by traditional motorized vehicles.

Incentives for EV Adoption

Government or business efforts, such as tax cuts or free parking, designed to encourage consumers to purchase electric vehicles.

Sustainability of EVs

The ability of electric vehicles to promote environmental balance, dependent on clean electricity sources and efficient battery disposal methods.

Battery Production Impact

The negative environmental effects of manufacturing electric vehicle batteries, which use resources like nickel, lithium, and cobalt.

Renewable Energy

Energy derived from natural processes that are replenished constantly, which can help power electric vehicles and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

EV Charging Initiatives

Efforts by governments and businesses to enhance the availability and accessibility of charging stations for electric vehicles.