Environmental Degradation Quiz
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What has been a negative impact of modernization on the environment?

  • Diminished environmental stability (correct)
  • Less waste production
  • Enhanced environmental stability
  • Decreased pollution
  • What is the main concern raised in the text regarding human actions?

  • Deforestation
  • Urbanization
  • Overpopulation
  • Climate change (correct)
  • What is one action proposed in the text to address environmental issues caused by human activities?

  • Increase natural resource exploitation
  • Intensify plastic production
  • Promote household waste segregation (correct)
  • Expand urbanization projects
  • Which legislation is mentioned in the text as focusing on waste management and resource recovery?

    <p>Republic Act 9003</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is highlighted as a key role of humans in the context of environmental degradation in the text?

    <p>Destruction of the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a method to counteract environmental problems according to the text?

    <p>'Timber cutting'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of the law mentioned in the text?

    <p>To reduce solid waste through various measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is empowered to create solid waste management communities under the law?

    <p>Local government units up to the barangay level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which types of waste are categorized as Special Wastes under RA 9003?

    <p>Household hazardous waste like paints and household batteries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Infectious Wastes refer to according to the text?

    <p>Wastes that can cause serious health effects on people and organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT part of the responsibilities of local government units under the law?

    <p>Burning of waste in open areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of waste is handled separately as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Household hazardous waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

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