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(ha) a unit of measure equal to 2.5 acres or 10,000 square meters
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hectare
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reduced ability of the soil to support life
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land degration
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a small tropical tree that grows in wetlands near salt water
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mangrove
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the development of higher than normal salt content in the soil
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salinization
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What are some of the major environmental issues in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean?
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forest reduction, pollution
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what are the results of forest plantation?
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economic development, increased forest land
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What is the South American Guarani Aquifer System?
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supply of groundwater
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What is a consequence of increased livestock production?
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conversion of forest land to grazing land
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Strategies that can be implemented to reduce carbon emissions include _____.
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catalytic converters, renewable energy
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of spain and portugal
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iberian
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a group that controls the government
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junta
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country that once ruled central america
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spain
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where is panama canal?
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central america
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what area has most resources?
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south america
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what is MERCOSUR?
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an arrangement to increase economic cooperation
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first successful european settlement in america?
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santo domingo
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main revenue source of caribbean?
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agriculture
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the pressing of soil particles closer together, reducing the amount of air between particles
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compaction
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Why are sustainable land management practices important?
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they ensure continued food production
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what are the characteristics of certified forests? (3)
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they follow strategies for resource management, they distribute forest use benefits fairly, they protect habitats
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privatization of water use has resulted in ____
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fee collection for water use
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Which area would be most affected by disruption of the marine ecosystem?
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the caribbean
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In an effort to preserve its biodiversity, this nation has protected the largest land area in the region.
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ecuador
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Strategies that can be implemented to reduce carbon emissions include _____.
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catalytic converters, renewable energy
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