3.1.3.A.1.a. Coal

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is salinity?

   Hint

   Think about what might affect plant life.

2. 2.

   Define overgrazing.

   Hint

   Consider the impact on land and plants.

3. 3.

   What is a major consequence of overgrazing?

   • A) Increased soil depth
   • B) Enhanced biodiversity
   • C) Soil erosion

   Hint

   Think about what happens to plants when they are overgrazed.

4. 4.

   True or False: Salinity refers to the amount of water in the soil.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   What do you associate salts with in context?

5. 5.

   Assess the impact of overgrazing on both local biodiversity and global ecological trends.

   Hint

   Consider the connection between local actions and larger ecological consequences.

6. 6.

   Evaluate strategies for restoring soil fertility after overgrazing occurs.

   Hint

   Think about how nature heals itself and how we can assist that process.