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michelleunicorn

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on: Jul 12, 2018
How does wealth affect the carrying capacity of an environment?
 
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What is the AQI, and why does it matter?
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 12, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: More developed countries enjoy a lifestyle that consumes more resources and generates more waste than that enjoyed by less-developed countries. Thus, a wealthy nation's per person carrying capacity is higher than is that of a less-developed nation.

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Answer: The AQI, or Air Quality Index, measures air quality according to a list of federal air criteria. It matters because it warns of potentially dangerous levels of air pollution.


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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