5 Questions
What gases destroy the ozone layer?
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and halons
Which process is responsible for the release of the most important greenhouse gases into the atmosphere?
Burning of fossil fuels
What are the consequences of a depletion of the ozone layer?
Increased global warming
What is the primary reason for the contamination of soil?
Pesticide and fertilizer use
What mechanism contaminates surface and groundwater?
Leaching of chemicals from landfills
Study Notes
Ozone Layer Depletion
- Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), halons, and other halogenated gases destroy the ozone layer.
Greenhouse Gases
- Burning fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and gas, is responsible for the release of the most important greenhouse gases, carbon dioxide and methane, into the atmosphere.
Consequences of Ozone Depletion
- Depletion of the ozone layer allows more harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation to reach the Earth's surface, causing skin cancer, cataracts, and immune system suppression.
- Ozone depletion also affects plants, reducing crop yields and altering ecosystem composition.
Soil Contamination
- The primary reason for soil contamination is the disposal of industrial waste, agricultural chemicals, and other pollutants.
Water Contamination
- The mechanism that contaminates surface and groundwater is the seepage of pollutants from landfills, agricultural runoff, and industrial waste disposal.
Test your knowledge of environmental concepts and issues with this quiz. Explore the natural environment and workplace environment, specific environmental problems in Jamaica, and those with global impact. Understand the importance of a healthy environment for the Jamaican economy, identify atmospheric pollutants, and learn about essential greenhouse gases.
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