All Flashcards
Tragedy of the Commons?
Individuals acting independently deplete a shared resource, harming everyone long-term.
Common Resource?
A resource available to everyone, like air, water, or public lands.
Overexploitation?
Using a resource faster than it can replenish, leading to depletion.
Privatization?
Dividing a common resource into individual ownership.
Define Tragedy of the Commons.
Depletion of a shared resource by individuals acting in self-interest, even when it harms everyone long-term.
What is a common resource?
A resource available to everyone, like air, water, or public lands.
Define overexploitation.
Using a resource faster than it can replenish, leading to depletion or degradation.
What is privatization?
Dividing a common resource into individual ownership.
Define fishing quotas.
Limits on the amount of fish that can be caught.
What are marine preserves?
Protected areas in the ocean where fishing and other activities are restricted.
What is the tragedy of the commons?
A situation where shared resources are depleted due to individual self-interest.
Define 'common resource'.
A resource available to all, such as air, water, or public lands.
What is 'overexploitation'?
Using a resource faster than it can replenish itself.
Define 'privatization' in resource management.
Dividing a common resource into individual ownership.
What are the consequences of overfishing?
Depletion of fish populations, disruption of marine ecosystems, and economic impacts on fishing communities.
What are the effects of air pollution from emissions?
Respiratory problems, acid rain, climate change, and damage to ecosystems.
What are the impacts of overuse of freshwater resources?
Water scarcity, ecosystem damage, and conflicts over water rights.
What are the effects of degradation of public lands?
Loss of biodiversity, soil erosion, and reduced recreational opportunities.
What are the consequences of overcrowding in national parks?
Environmental damage, reduced visitor experience, and strain on park resources.
What is the effect of deforestation?
Habitat loss, soil erosion, climate change, and reduced biodiversity.
What are the consequences of water pollution?
Harm to aquatic life, human health risks, and ecosystem damage.
What are the effects of overgrazing?
Soil erosion, desertification, and reduced biodiversity.
What are the impacts of mining on the environment?
Habitat destruction, water pollution, and soil contamination.
What are the effects of pesticide use on ecosystems?
Harm to non-target species, water contamination, and soil degradation.