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1. Large-scale ______ contributes to habitat destruction. (reforestation)
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2. Environmental scientists study the ______ of pollution on ecosystems. (impact)
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3. Reducing energy ______ saves money and protects resources. (wastage)
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4. Using wind and solar power is more ______ than burning coal. (wasteful → opposite: efficient)
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5. Measures must be taken to ______ CO₂ from entering the atmosphere. (prevention)
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6. The ______ gas levels are measured regularly by meteorologists. (atmosphere)
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7. Environmental policies aim to maintain a ______ between nature and industry. (unbalanced)
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8. Methane ______ from livestock contributes to greenhouse gas accumulation. (emit)
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9. The ______ of fossil fuels is limited; thus, alternatives are needed. (renewal)
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10. Global warming has ______ effects on ice caps and ocean currents. (consequence)
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11. Environmental campaigns are on general ______ to inform citizens. (release)
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12. People are encouraged to plant trees to ______ the ecosystem. (renewable)
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13. The ______ of greenhouse gases must be monitored carefully. (emit)
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14. Pollutants are ______ into rivers if waste management is neglected. (release)
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15. Actions on balance indicate whether a region maintains an ecological ______. (imbalance)
