Explain what "deforestation" means.
cutting down of trees in a large area, or the destruction of forests by people: Deforestation is destroying large areas of tropical rain forest.
An overflow of a large amount of water beyond its normal limits, especially over what is normally dry land, is called__________
flood
Solar energy, wind energy, geothermal energy, hydropower, or bioenergy are examples of _________ sources of energy.
renewable
___________________ consists of chemicals or particles in the air that can harm the health of humans, animals, and plants.
air pollution
A sudden violent shaking of the ground, typically causing great destruction, as a result of movements within the earth's crust or volcanic action, is called ________
earthquake
What is the function of the ozone layer?
It protects us from (the harmful) rays of the sun.
The gradual rise in the Earth’s temperature is known as ________
global warming
When heat gets trapped in the Earth’s atmosphere, it is known as the _________________
greenhouse effect
Name at least three tip how we can help save water.
Take shorter showers./Turn off the water while brushing your teeth./Use your automatic dishwasher for full loads only./Catch rainwater./
Describe the climate of the Czech Republic.
The Czech Republic has a typical continental European / moderate climate / has warm dry summers and fairly cold winters.
Name at least three materials or types of waste you can sort in your household.
plastics, glass, paper, metal, organic waste, batteries