Environment and Sustainable Economy Quiz

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What marked the most proactive era for environmentalism in the United States?

The '80s to '90s decade

The '50s to '60s decade

The '70s to '80s decade

The '60s to '70s decade (correct)

Which principle emphasizes the concept of sustainability to avert a global ecological crisis?

Sustainability Principle (correct)

Polluter Pays Principle

Participation Principle

Precautionary Principle

When was the Precautionary Principle first recognized within international environmental policy?

1982 (correct)

1975

1990

1960

Which principle outlines the involvement of the general public as stakeholders in environmental decisions?

Participation Principle Signup and view all the answers

What key concept does the Equity Principle refer to?

Justice and fairness to future generations Signup and view all the answers

Which principle underscores the need for environmental protection as a way to safeguard human rights?

Human Rights Principle Signup and view all the answers

What are the two viable alternatives to fossil fuels mentioned in the text?

Renewable energy and nuclear power Signup and view all the answers

Which fossil fuel is described as the most abundant on Earth?

Coal Signup and view all the answers

What is crude oil further refined into?

Gasoline and diesel fuel Signup and view all the answers

From which geological layers of the Earth's crust is natural gas extracted?

Geologic layers Signup and view all the answers

What is bioenergy derived from, according to the text?

Biological sources Signup and view all the answers

Which energy source is currently being developed to replace fossil fuels, according to the text?

Liquid biofuel production from algae Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of environmental stewardship?

Benefiting the environment through individual actions Signup and view all the answers

Which type of environmental steward is involved in ocean clean-ups and bird census?

Doers Signup and view all the answers

Who are the financial supporters of environmental causes?

Donors Signup and view all the answers

What is the main determinant of climate?

The patterns of wind, temperature, and humidity over a period of time Signup and view all the answers

Which type of climate refers to the overall climate of a region?

Macroclimate Signup and view all the answers

Who are considered Practitioners in environmental stewardship?

Environmental group staff Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of a sustainable economy?

Achieving desirable outcomes for future generations Signup and view all the answers

According to the United Nations Environment Programme, what are characteristics of a green economy?

Low carbon emissions and socially inclusive Signup and view all the answers

What does the Green Economy Coalition define a green economy as?

An economy that provides a better quality of life within ecological limits Signup and view all the answers

During which historical period did the mass production of goods largely rely on oil and gas?

Industrial Revolution Signup and view all the answers

What was 'Silent Spring,' written by Rachel Carson in 1962, symbolic of?

A warning for future environmental risks Signup and view all the answers

What is environmental policy primarily a statement of commitment to?

Laws and regulations related to environmental management Signup and view all the answers

What is the major ingredient in smog?

Ozone Signup and view all the answers

Which air pollutant is a toxic, odorless, colorless gas produced during fossil fuel or biomass burning?

Lead Signup and view all the answers

What is the main source of lead exposure in urban areas according to the text?

Lead in gasoline Signup and view all the answers

Which gas is formed through combustion and is mainly produced by industries and electric power plants?

Sulfur dioxide Signup and view all the answers

What does acid precipitation refer to, as described in the text?

Release of acidic precipitates in rain, fog, mist, hail, or snow Signup and view all the answers

Which layer in the atmosphere acts as a filtering mechanism for harmful ultraviolet rays from the sun?

Stratosphere Signup and view all the answers