What Is New About Environmental Problems Today Is

question 117

Multiple Choice

What is new about environmental problems today is

• A)that for the first time in history, we have environmental problems.
• B)the increased rate at which air and water pollution is occurring in the United States.
• C)the amount of attention the community now gives them.
• D)that environmental problems with pollution and garbage disposal have almost completely disappeared.

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Definitions:

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Genetically Programmed

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Additional Time

An extension of time provided beyond the original allotment, often used in contexts such as examinations, project deadlines, or sports matches.

Inches

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