Asked by YoungTiger Veerendra on Sep 22, 2024
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Which situation involves a long time delay that results in environmental degradation?
A) depletion of the ozone layer
B) clear-cutting a forest
C) marine oil spills
D) building new four-lane highways
Environmental Degradation
The decline in environmental quality due to resource depletion, ecosystem destruction, and the disappearance of wildlife.
- Comprehend the consequences of human behaviors on ecosystems and the idea of time lag in environmental reactions.
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NT
Nastassja Tamparong2 days ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The depletion of the ozone layer is a long-term process that has been caused by human-generated chemicals such as CFCs. The effects of this process are not immediately apparent and have resulted in environmental degradation over time.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the consequences of human behaviors on ecosystems and the idea of time lag in environmental reactions.
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