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GSE Unit 7 Vocab #1
GSE Unit 7 Vocabulary Review #1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| natural resource | a material on or in the earth that has economic value |
| province | a political division, like a state |
| acid rain | toxic rain which results when noxious gases are released into the atmosphere and mix with water molecules |
| clear-cutting | cutting down and completely removing all trees in a given area |
| hydroelectricity | electrical power produced from the movement of water |
| precipitation | scientific term for rainfall, snow, or hail |
| specialization | focusing on a narrow range of products/services that can be produced most efficiently and cost-effectively |
| voluntary trade | trade in which both partners freely agree to and benefit from the exchange of goods/services |