Sustainable Development
Biology ⇒ Ecology and Environment
Sustainable Development starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe how urbanization can challenge sustainable development.
Describe how water conservation contributes to sustainable development.
Describe one way in which climate change can affect sustainable development.
Describe one way in which individuals can contribute to sustainable development.
Describe one way in which overpopulation can negatively impact sustainable development.
Describe the role of technology in promoting sustainable development.
A city is planning to expand its infrastructure to accommodate a growing population. Discuss two strategies the city could implement to ensure the expansion is sustainable, and explain how each strategy supports sustainable development.
A river near a large agricultural area is experiencing frequent algal blooms. Explain how this situation is related to unsustainable agricultural practices and suggest one sustainable solution.
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'carrying capacity'?
(1) The maximum number of people an area can support without environmental degradation
(2) The amount of goods a country can export
(3) The number of species in an ecosystem
(4) The total area of land in a country
Which of the following best describes the precautionary principle in sustainable development?
(1) Acting only after environmental damage has occurred
(2) Taking preventive action in the face of uncertainty
(3) Ignoring scientific evidence
(4) Focusing only on economic growth
Which of the following is a benefit of using public transportation for sustainable development?
(1) Increases air pollution
(2) Reduces traffic congestion
(3) Increases fossil fuel use
(4) Decreases physical activity
Which of the following is a consequence of unsustainable development?
(1) Improved air quality
(2) Resource depletion
(3) Increased biodiversity
(4) Enhanced social equity
Fill in the blank: ________ development aims to improve quality of life while protecting the planet for future generations.
Fill in the blank: The ________ Agenda, adopted in 2015, outlines 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to be achieved by 2030.
Fill in the blank: The concept of ________ means using resources efficiently to minimize waste and environmental impact.
Fill in the blank: The overuse of ________ resources can lead to their depletion and environmental damage.
True or False: Recycling is an important part of sustainable development.
True or False: Sustainable development can help reduce poverty.
True or False: Sustainable development only benefits the environment, not people.
True or False: Sustainable development only focuses on environmental issues.
