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- 3. The process of capturing carbon dioxide and injecting it into geologic formations underground for long-term storage
- 6. An envelope of gas surrounding the earth
- 8. A way to indirectly measure aspects of climate; biological or physical records from ice cores, tree rings, and soil boreholes provide proxy data
- 10. Gasses that trap heat in the atmosphere
- 13. A measurement of population in a geographic area
- 14. Plants and animals that have become so rare they are in danger of becoming extinct
- 16. Hydroelectric energy comes from this
- 18. Laundry detergents formulated with enzymes
- 19. Involves collecting waste materials and processing them into new materials, or composting
- 20. The long-term heating of Earth’s surface due to human activities which increase heat-trapping greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere
- 25. Farmers supplement rainfall by applying water to fields through controlled methods
- 26. The amount of carbon dioxide and other carbon compounds emitted due to the consumption of fossil fuels by a particular person or group
- 27. Food that reaches the retail and consumer stage of the food chain but is not eaten because it is discarded, left to spoil, or expired
- 28. A vehicle that uses both a battery powered motor and a combustion engine
- 30. A massive dust storm that occurs in sandy, dusty areas with extremely dry conditions
- 37. A tax form that shows the amount of taxes withheld from your paycheck for the year which is used to file your federal and state taxes
- 40. When hot temperatures send prices soaring
- 41. The total amount of greenhouses gasses emitted into the atmosphere annually by a person, family, building, organization or company
- 44. Waste contaminated with potentially infectious agents or materials that threaten public health or the environment
- 47. Food waste that occurs at harvest or soon after, before food reaches the retailer or consumer
- 48. Mathematical models that simulate the physics, chemistry, and biology that influence the climate system
- 50. Gases or particles put into the air from various sources
- 51. An urban area characterized by temperatures high than those of the surrounding non-urban area
- 53. Cleaning agents that loosen soils and keep them suspended in wash water
- 56. Computer-generated simulation of a three-dimensional image or environment that users interact with using special electronic equipment
- 58. Food system that delivers food through stages which include production, harvesting, processing, distribution, retail, and consumption
- 61. The net accumulation of a contaminant in or on an organism from all sources including water, air, and diet
- 63. A form of user engagement where users reply to a social media post to offer praise, ask a question, or disagree
- 64. Using microorganisms and enzymes from nature to replace polluting technologies with clean technology
- 65. The result of a low pressure system dropping rapidly resulting in a “bomb-like” explosion of weather that can include torrential rain, snow, wind, or ice
- 67. Not having reliable access to affordable, nutritious food
- 68. A quick shift from one weather extreme to another
- 70. Any significant change in the measures of climate (such as temperature, precipitation, wind patterns, and more) lasting for an extended period of time
- 71. An energy source that is not depleted when used
- 72. Radiant energy emitted by the sun
- 73. According to the American Water Works Association this is the most common source of water leakage in homes
- 74. A substance added to make materials softer and more flexible
- 75. The ability of a system to adapt to climate change, to moderate potential damage, take advantage of opportunities, or cope with the consequences
- 76. This U.S. law protects plants and animals that are in danger of disappearing forever
- 77. Designing products to reduce or eliminate the use of hazardous substances
- 78. Laundry water temperatures ranging between 60-80 degrees Fahrenheit
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- 1. A substance capable of causing cancer
- 2. Waste generated in labs or clinical settings that is not contaminated, but could appear hazardous to outsiders
- 4. Surface water and groundwater are two main sources
- 5. Applying ionizing radiation to food to improve safety and extend shelf life
- 7. The area between water and land
- 9. Green, Brown, and Clear
- 11. Using less energy to provide the same service
- 12. A contract between a policyholder and an insurer that details the terms and conditions of coverage
- 15. Tobacco smoke, unvented or malfunctioning space heaters, solvents, paint strippers, cleaning products, and pesticides in the home contribute to this problem
- 17. A natural fuel such as coal or gas, formed in the geological past from the remains of living organisms
- 21. Having reliable access to sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food
- 22. Moves that cross a boundary such as a state line or national border
- 23. A fuel other than gasoline for powering motor vehicles, such as natural gas, ethanol, or electricity
- 24. Considering the environmental impact of products and services during the design process
- 29. Biodegradable materials that can be broken down into smaller parts and is essential for composting
- 31. Deforestation, conversion of grasslands to other uses, and drainage of wetlands adversely affect wildlife by causing this
- 32. Designing processes to reduce the volume of waste and conserve or recover resources so that no waste is sent to landfills, incinerators, or water supplies
- 33. Most effective way to reduce emissions from automobiles
- 34. Tornado forming over water
- 35. Medicine that is bought in a pharmacy, drugstore, or supermarket and obtained without the need for a doctor’s prescription
- 36. An alternative fuel derived from corn, grains, or cellulose
- 37. Reliable availability of water in sufficient quantity and quality to sustain human health, livelihoods, and the environment
- 38. Extreme worry about current and future harm to the environment caused by human activity and climate change
- 39. The study of the relationships between all living organisms and the environment
- 42. When water flows from land to a stream
- 43. A harmful substance that injures an organ or organ system, and affects the entire body or many organs rather than a specific site
- 45. Common term for air pollution in the form of dust, smoke, and fumes that cause a haze
- 46. Substance that facilitates cleaning in cold water, using less water and detergent to break down soil
- 49. The cost of credit for one year expressed as a percentage
- 52. Electronic products that are unwanted, not working, and nearing the end of their useful life
- 54. An area of low air pressure that constantly swirls around the north and south poles
- 55. The long-term heating of Earth’s surface due to human activities which increases heat-trapping greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere
- 57. Includes buying cereal, nuts, and other items from bulk food dispensers instead of in packages
- 59. A widespread, long-lived wind storm associated with bands of rapidly moving showers or thunderstorms variously known as bow echoes, squall lines, or quasi-linear convective systems
- 60. Temperature and wind speed make up how cold it really is
- 62. Gases that trap heat in the atmosphere
- 66. The rapid onset or intensification of drought when a period of lower-than-normal precipitation rates combines with extreme heat and wind
- 69. Insecticides, herbicides, rodenticides, and fungicides