Environment and the Economy: Chapter 3

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What is the main purpose of the scientific method?

To discourage scientists from conducting experiments

To limit the understanding of nature

To provide a systematic approach to testing ideas and evaluating data (correct)

To confuse researchers with complicated processes

Which group of environmental stewards are financial supporters of environmental causes?

Practitioners

Scientists

Doers

Donors (correct)

What is the role of practitioners among environmental stewards?

They work on environmental tasks daily (correct)

They organize fundraising events

They guide decision-making for environmental causes

They actively participate in ocean cleanups

Who are considered as 'Doers' among environmental stewards?

Individuals who take action to address environmental problems Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of environmental stewardship?

To benefit the environment and human beings through collective responsibility Signup and view all the answers

Which category of environmental stewards includes staff for environmental groups, scientists, and policy officers?

Practitioners Signup and view all the answers

What marked the start of modern environmentalism?

Silent Spring by Rachel Carson Signup and view all the answers

What are the three unifying themes in environmental science mentioned in the text?

Sustainability, stewardship, sound science Signup and view all the answers

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

The Sustainability Principle Signup and view all the answers

What does 'sustainability' mean in the context of environmental science as described in the text?

Ensuring that resources can be regenerated at the same rate they are harvested Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the Precautionary Principle in international environmental policy?

Remedial action of past environmental impact Signup and view all the answers

Which sphere focuses on the growth of businesses and economic infrastructures dependent on natural resources?

Economic sphere Signup and view all the answers

Which principle emphasizes fairness in international trade and responsibility in businesses?

The Polluter Pays Principle Signup and view all the answers

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

The Participation Principle Signup and view all the answers

How is a sustainable society defined based on the text?

Balancing economic, social, and ecological aspects Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the ecological sphere as described in the text?

To ensure respect for the environment while supporting economic and social spheres Signup and view all the answers

What does the Equity Principle refer to in international environmental policy?

Fairness to future generations Signup and view all the answers

Which term was first used to define the limits to the exploitation of biologically renewable resources?

Sustainability Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of a sustainable economy?

Reducing environmental risks and ecological scarcities Signup and view all the answers

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

Low carbon emissions, resource efficiency, social inclusivity Signup and view all the answers

What does the quote by Mahatma Gandhi 'There is sufficiency in the world for man’s need but not for man’s greed' imply?

Human needs should be limited to avoid overexploitation of natural resources Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of environmental policy?

Setting guidelines for managing environmental impact Signup and view all the answers

During the Industrial Revolution, what were oil and gas primarily used for?

Mass production of goods Signup and view all the answers

How does the Green Economy Coalition define a green economy?

An economy that provides better quality of life within planetary boundaries Signup and view all the answers