Economics and Resources

Practice Questions

AP Environmental Science › Economics and Resources

Questions
4
1

The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment (2005) brought to our attention the term “ecosystem services.” An ecosystem service is defined as any positive benefit that wildlife or ecosystems provide to humans. Erosion control, pollination, and water purification are all examples of which of the following types of ecosystem services?

2

Your friend comes back from mountain hiking and claims to have found a sample of pure phosphorus in rock form. Why should you be suspicious of his find?

3

The company you are working for has been found liable of improper storage and handling of hazardous waste, which has resulted in environmental contamination. How might this affect you economically?

4

Which of the following would be an example of the Tragedy of the Commons?

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