Intro to Environmental Science: Exam #1 Review Questions & Answers 2023/2024

Intro to Environmental Science: Exam #1 Review Questions & Answers 2023/2024 The Department of Environmental Sciences at Rutgers was the first in the world in what year? - ANSWER-1920 Sustainability - ANSWER-The capacity of the earth's natural systems and human cultural systems to survive, flourish, and adapt into the very long-term future Three Scientific Principles of Sustainability - ANSWER-1. Dependence on solar energy 2. Biodiversity 3. Chemical cycling Dependence on solar energy - ANSWER-The sun provides warmth and fuels photosynthesis Biodiversity - ANSWER-Astounding variety and adaptability of natural systems and species Chemical cycling - ANSWER-From the environment to organisms and then back to the environment Key Components to Sustainability - ANSWER-1. Natural capital 2. Natural resources 3. Natural (ecosystem) services Natural capital - ANSWER-keeps species alive Natural resources - ANSWER-useful materials and energy in nature