BHS Earth Science Exam Review Part 1

Term that represents the number/variety of plants/animal species on Earth is ?? 

A species that isn't native to an ecosystem & could cause harm is called a(an) ?? species

Earth’s available arable land is being reduced by ??

When rainwater seeps into piles of waste rock from mining, this drainage leads to ??

When a population has not reached carrying capacity, there are usually ??

Solar energy, hydroelectric power, wood, and fieldcrops are similar because they are related to

The farming or culture of aquatic organisms to use as food at a profit is ??

Term given to a mining method that removes minerals in a circular, downward pattern ??

A mixture of gasoline and ethanol is called ??

One disadvantage of surface mining is that it ???

 Heat energy can be produced by nuclear fission when a heavy element like ?? is split.

Which if the following best describes the relationship among latitude, altitude,and climate?

The process of cutting and removing only mature and middle-aged trees is called ???.

Biomes with higher temperatures and less precipitation tend to have ??

Erosion of cropland leads to ____ in arid countries.

Something used to kill organisms that destroy crops is a ??

On a global scale, ?? energy meets current and future needs without damaging the environment. 

Two methods farmers use to maintain soil fertility are no-till farming and  ??

If the annual growth rate of a nation is +,that means the population ?? over the year.     

Land and crops not treated with pesticides, sewage,or chemicals for 3 years are considered ??

?? energy captures the Earth’s internal heat from natural sources of hot water and steam.

A region that has a distinctive climate and organisms is called ??

The Eastern coast of NC is ideally suited for a ?? because it has a steady, constant breeze.

When responsible mining companies restore disturbed land & replant vegetation is called ??.

Movement of people from rural areas to the cities is called ??