In an Attempt to Become More Environmentally Conscious, a Woman

question 71

Multiple Choice

In an attempt to become more environmentally conscious, a woman changes her lifestyle. She begins to grow the majority of her own food in her yard without using pesticides or synthetic fertilizers, she walks rather than taking the car for trips shorter than 5 kilometers, and she uses solar and wind for her power. By taking these actions, she is:

• A)increasing her nitrogen cycling.
• B)decreasing her carbon footprint.
• C)increasing her greenhouse gas output.
• D)increasing her intake of bioaccumulated compounds.
• E)increasing the number of endocrine disruptors she is exposed to.

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Definitions:

Costochondral Joint

The Costochondral Joint refers to the area where a rib and the cartilage attach, allowing for slight movement and contributing to the chest's elasticity.

Stylomandibular Ligament

A band of fibrous tissue that extends from the styloid process of the temporal bone to the mandible, assisting in the support of the jaw.

Zygomatic Arch

The bony arch on the side of the skull forming the prominence of the cheek, connecting the zygomatic bone to the temporal bone.

Temporomandibular Joint

The hinge joint that connects the jaw to the temporal bones of the skull, allowing movement for chewing and talking.