Biology
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780134813448
Author: Audesirk, Teresa, Gerald, Byers, Bruce E.
Publisher: Pearson,
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Question
Chapter 29.4, Problem 1HYEW
Summary Introduction
To determine:
The ways to calculate the carbon footprint.
Introduction:
A carbon footprint is a measure of the impact that human activities have on climate based on the quantity of greenhouse gases they emit. An individual personal carbon footprint gives the sense of his impact on the climate change.
Expert Solution & Answer
Want to see the full answer?
Check out a sample textbook solution
Students have asked these similar questions
What kind of risks are you exposed to each day over which you have no control? Should people who choose unhealthy lifestyles be covered by national health insurance? Explain in details.
Are you willing to pay for pollution control? List the domains which you are willing to pay (examples: tires and oil disposal, the SUV - tax, etc.). What is your opinion about politicians who would like to close down EPA? Explain in pros and cons.
The Earth's ozone layer acts as a factor in global warming by preventing heat from escaping the atmosphere...true or false
Photosynthetic organisms produce a lot of NPP on earth. Which of the below statements is true?
OA. The amount of people earth can support is not related to the standard of living
O B. Earth can support more people if the standard of living is high
OC.Earth can support more people if the standard of living is low
Chapter 29 Solutions
Biology
Ch. 29.1 - explain why nutrients cycle within and between...Ch. 29.2 - Prob. 1TCCh. 29.2 - Prob. 1CSCCh. 29.2 - Prob. 1CYLCh. 29.2 - describe how energy flows through an ecosystem?Ch. 29.2 - Prob. 3CYLCh. 29.2 - explain how the inefficiency of energy transfer...Ch. 29.3 - Prob. 1TCCh. 29.3 - What incentives cause humans to capture nitrogen...Ch. 29.3 - explain why nutrients cycle within and among...
Ch. 29.3 - summarize the water, nitrogen, carbon, and...Ch. 29.4 - Prob. 1HYEWCh. 29.4 - Prob. 1TCCh. 29.4 - Prob. 2TCCh. 29.4 - Prob. 1CTCh. 29.4 - Prob. 1CYLCh. 29.4 - Prob. 2CYLCh. 29.4 - Prob. 3CYLCh. 29.4 - Prob. 2CTCh. 29 - Prob. 1MCCh. 29 - Which of the following is not a major reservoir in...Ch. 29 - Prob. 3MCCh. 29 - Net primary production per unit area is likely to...Ch. 29 - Prob. 5MCCh. 29 - Prob. 1FIBCh. 29 - Prob. 2FIBCh. 29 - Feeding levels within ecosystems are also called...Ch. 29 - Prob. 4FIBCh. 29 - Prob. 5FIBCh. 29 - Prob. 6FIBCh. 29 - Prob. 7FIBCh. 29 - Prob. 1RQCh. 29 - Prob. 2RQCh. 29 - Define net primary production. Would you predict...Ch. 29 - Prob. 4RQCh. 29 - How do food chains and food webs differ? Which is...Ch. 29 - Prob. 6RQCh. 29 - Trace the movement of carbon from one of its...Ch. 29 - Prob. 8RQCh. 29 - Prob. 9RQCh. 29 - Prob. 1ACCh. 29 - Discuss the contribution of human population...
Knowledge Booster
Similar questions
- Mercury Emissions by Continent By weight, coal does not contain much mercury, but we burn a lot of it. Several industries besides coal-fired power plants contribute substantially to atmospheric mercury pollution. FIGURE 2.13 shows mercury emissions by industry from different regions of the world in 2010. FIGURE 2.13 Global mercury emissions by sector, 2010. Which region emitted the most mercury from burning fossil fuels?arrow_forwardMercury Emissions by Continent By weight, coal does not contain much mercury, but we burn a lot of it. Several industries besides coal-fired power plants contribute substantially to atmospheric mercury pollution. FIGURE 2.13 shows mercury emissions by industry from different regions of the world in 2010. FIGURE 2.13 Global mercury emissions by sector, 2010. Which industry tops the list of mercury emitters? Which industry is next on the list?arrow_forwardMercury Emissions by Continent By weight, coal does not contain much mercury, but we burn a lot of it. Several industries besides coal-fired power plants contribute substantially to atmospheric mercury pollution. FIGURE 2.13 shows mercury emissions by industry from different regions of the world in 2010. FIGURE 2.13 Global mercury emissions by sector, 2010. About how many metric tons of mercury were released in total from these regions?arrow_forward
- Mercury Emissions by Continent By weight, coal does not contain much mercury, but we burn a lot of it. Several industries besides coal-fired power plants contribute substantially to atmospheric mercury pollution. FIGURE 2.13 shows mercury emissions by industry from different regions of the world in 2010. FIGURE 2.13 Global mercury emissions by sector, 2010. About how many metric tons of mercury were released from metal production in Asia?arrow_forwardCO₂ (ppm), N₂O (ppb) 400 350 300 250 0 ||| Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) Methane (CH₂) Nitrous Oxide (N₂O) 500 V 1000 Year 1500 2000 1800 1600 1400 1200 2000 1000 800 600arrow_forwardThe increase of CO2 in the atmosphere has created a blanket over the earth, trapping in heat and warming the planet. This warming and CO2 is having negative effects on the biology or life of our planet. Identify 2 effects of climate change that we talked about in this course, one affecting animals and one affecting plants.arrow_forward
- The Earth’s atmosphere consists of 78% nitrogen. Why do you think that plants and animals can’t use nitrogen as it is found in the atmosphere?arrow_forwardTASK #2: Please refer to the diagram (Figure on the right as well as the text Magnification of DDT Concentration Fish-Eating Birds 4) 10,000,000 above. Task A: DTT was once used as a potent insecticide until its harmful effects had been discovered. It is not banned. Like methyl mercury, it bioaccumulates in organisms up the food chain. The process of DTT bioaccumulation is shown in Figure 4. In your own words describe the process of bioaccumulation of DTT. Refer to your knowledge of ecology, food chains and food webs as well as feeding level (i.e trophic level). In your description use terms you have learned such as: food chain/web, Large Eish 1,000,000 Small Fish 100,000 10,000 Zooplankton Producers 1000 producer/consumer, etc. Task B: In view of what you have learned about bioaccumulation, state why it may be healthier in some circumstance to consume vegetables and why you should decrease the amount of animals consumed from the top of the food chain. Water Figure 4. Bioaccumulation…arrow_forwardWe encounter so many risks in our daily lives ranging from just crossing the street to get to work or school, to our recreational favorites. How can we justify the resources being spent on environmental risks when those risks may be less than that encountered in a day surfing at the shore, skiing, bicycling or just driving to work?arrow_forward
- As a result of the Clean Air Act, Congress directed the EPA to establish standards for six pollutants. Which of these is not one of the six? Carbon monoxide Carbon dioxide Sulfur dioxide Nitrogen dioxide Leadarrow_forwardwhat do you think could be done to reduce levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere? What could people change that would reduce the burning of fossil fuels?arrow_forwardA fossil fuel [ Choose [ Choose ] The gas produced by cows that contributes to global warming recycling renewable energy The process of converting waste urban heat island effect into reusable material mercury A metropolitan area that is significantly warmer than its coal methane surrounding rural areas due to human activities, creating carbon dioxide increased risk of heat illnesses. zinc A toxic heavy metal which cycles through atmosphere, water, and [ Choose ] soil, which contaminates our food supply. A nutrient that is depleting from [ Choose ] crops like rice due to elevated carbon dioxide levels.arrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap...BiologyISBN:9781337408332Author:Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa StarrPublisher:Cengage Learning
Biology Today and Tomorrow without Physiology (Mi...BiologyISBN:9781305117396Author:Cecie Starr, Christine Evers, Lisa StarrPublisher:Cengage Learning
Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap...
Biology
ISBN:9781337408332
Author:Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Biology Today and Tomorrow without Physiology (Mi...
Biology
ISBN:9781305117396
Author:Cecie Starr, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr
Publisher:Cengage Learning