Chemistry In Context
9th Edition
ISBN: 9781259638145
Author: Fahlman, Bradley D., Purvis-roberts, Kathleen, Kirk, John S., Bentley, Anne K., Daubenmire, Patrick L., ELLIS, Jamie P., Mury, Michael T., American Chemical Society
Publisher: Mcgraw-hill Education,
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Chapter 11.11, Problem 11.31YT
In this section, we have described the concept of food miles and the benefits of eating local.
- a. What actions make the most sense to lower the carbon footprint of the foods we eat?
- b. What are some assumptions used in determining the carbon footprint of food items?
- c. List five general suggestions that are likely to help you lower the carbon footprint of the foods you consume.
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