1.4 - Resource Extraction and Consumption
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Define overfishing.
π‘ Hint: Think about the balance of nature.
What is mining?
π‘ Hint: Consider where metals come from.
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What is the main consequence of mining?
π‘ Hint: Think about the environment versus economic benefits.
True or False: Overfishing has no impact on marine biodiversity.
π‘ Hint: Consider the food web.
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Evaluate the social impacts of overfishing on coastal communities that depend on fishing for their livelihood.
π‘ Hint: Consider both direct and indirect effects.
Propose a sustainable practice that could mitigate the effects of resource extraction.
π‘ Hint: Think about what policies could balance industry and ecology.
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