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the global commons
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| what is the Global commons | resources that exist outside of state boundaries or are shared by several states (ex. global climate, ozone layer, oceans, forests, & outer space) |
| where does most population growth occur | global south |
| The highest population growth rates are in | sub-saharan africa |
| carrying capacity is the... | maximum biomass that can be supported by a given territory |
| Neomalthusians believe threat to humankind are | uncontrolled population, consumption, & pollution |
| What do neomalthusians believe will prevent threats to humankind | government intervention |
| What is the cornucopian view of growth | they reject the idea that there are limits to growth |
| what is the cornucopian philosophy | ecological imbalances can be corrected through technological advancements & the free market |