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Unit 5 Apes
Tragedy of the Commons
When individuals overuse a shared resource for personal benefit, leading to its depletion (e.g., overfishing, overgrazing
Clearcutting
A logging practice where all trees in an area are removed, leading to habitat loss, soil erosion, and increased carbon emissions.
Selective Cutting
A sustainable logging method where only some trees are harvested, preserving ecosystem stability.
Drip Irrigation
The most water-efficient irrigation method, delivering water directly to plant roots, minimizing evaporation and runoff
Monoculture Farming
The cultivation of a single crop over large areas, increasing vulnerability to pests and reducing soil nutrients.
Crop Rotation
A sustainable farming method where different crops are planted in the same field over time to maintain soil health and reduce pests.
Synthetic Fertilizers
Man-made fertilizers that provide essential nutrients but can cause eutrophication when they run off into water bodies
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
A pest control strategy combining biological, chemical, and physical methods to minimize pesticide use and environmental damage.
Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (CAFO)
Large-scale livestock farming that produces high meat yields but generates significant waste and pollution.
Trawling
destructive fishing method that drags nets across the ocean floor, harming marine ecosystems and increasing bycatch
Urban Sprawl
The expansion of urban areas into natural habitats, leading to habitat fragmentation and increased car dependency.
Smart Growth
A sustainable urban planning strategy that focuses on compact development, walkability, and resource efficiency.
Eutrophication
Nutrient pollution (mainly from fertilizers) leading to excessive algal growth and oxygen depletion in water bodies.
Desertification
The process where fertile land becomes desert due to overgrazing, deforestation, and poor agricultural practices.
Sustainable Agriculture
Farming practices that maintain soil health, conserve water, and reduce environmental impact (e.g., crop rotation, no-till farming).
