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Which of the following materials is least likely to be effectively recycled using common methods?

  • Metal
  • Glass
  • Plastic
  • Sand (correct)

    • If deforestation continues at its current rate, what is the most likely long-term consequence regarding fertile soil?

  • Maintenance of stable soil conditions.
  • Reduction in fertile soil due to erosion. (correct)
  • Enhancement of mineral content in the topsoil.
  • Increased soil fertility due to lack of root systems.

    • Which of these human activities contributes most significantly to the depletion of the ozone layer?

  • Increased use of hydrogen nitrate in agriculture.
  • Release of CFC's (correct)
  • Emissions from burning bio-energy.
  • Industrial use of hydrogen sulfide (H2S).

    • Which of the subsequent choices would be considered the least renewable energy source?

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    How does recycling most directly mitigate the greenhouse effect?

    <p>By reducing the need for energy, thus reducing greenhouse gas emissions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the major raw material for biogas?

    <p>Cow dung (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the site or type of environment where an organism naturally occurs?

    <p>Habitat (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the geothermal energy associated with?

    <p>Volcanic regions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a fossil fuel?

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    Which layer protects life from harmful UV radiation?

    <p>Ozone layer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What incident is associated with high risk and disaster in nuclear energy plants?

    <p>Chernobyl (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What date is recognized as World Environment Day?

    <p>June 5 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a renewable resource?

    <p>Flora and Fauna (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the second highest layer of Earth’s atmosphere?

    <p>mesosphere (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option is not considered a type of environment?

    <p>Hydrosphere (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Abiotic components are defined as what?

    <p>Non-living (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not an impact of acid rain?

    <p>Improve the taste of water (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a component of the 5 Rs?

    <p>Resell (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Out of the total water reserves of the world, approximately how much is fresh water?

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    What does WHO stand for?

    <p>World Health Organization (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Montreal protocol is related to which environmental issue?

    <p>Depletion of ozone layer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Earth’s Lungs

    Trees are often referred to as Earth's lungs because they produce oxygen and absorb carbon dioxide.

    Greenhouse Effect

    The greenhouse effect is when Earth's atmosphere traps infrared radiation, warming the planet.

    Renewable Energy

    Energy sources like sunlight, wind, and rain that can be replenished naturally.

    Bio-energy

    Energy derived from organic matter, such as plants and waste.

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    Natural Resources

    Resources that can be renewable or non-renewable, including water, minerals, and forests.

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    Second highest layer of atmosphere

    The stratosphere is the second layer above the Earth's surface.

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    Types of environment

    Physical, man-made, and social are common types of environments.

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    Abiotic components

    Abiotic components are the non-living parts of the environment.

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    Impact of acid rain

    Acid rain causes soil acidification, building deterioration, and crop loss.

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    5 Rs components

    The 5 Rs include reduce, reuse, recycle, but not resell.

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    World's water reserves

    97% of Earth's water is salty, while only 3% is fresh water.

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    Greenhouse gas example

    Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a well-known greenhouse gas.

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    Montreal Protocol purpose

    The Montreal Protocol aims to protect the ozone layer from depletion.

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    Major raw material for biogas

    Cow dung is the primary raw material used for biogas production.

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    Site where organisms live

    A habitat is the natural environment where a species or population can be found.

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    Heat from Earth's interior

    Geothermal energy is the heat energy generated and stored in the Earth.

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    Fossil fuel examples

    Fossil fuels include petrol, diesel, and coal, derived from ancient organic materials.

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    Protection from UV rays

    The ozone layer is a protective layer in the Earth's stratosphere that absorbs harmful UV radiation.

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    Risky nuclear disaster

    Chernobyl was a catastrophic nuclear disaster that occurred in 1986.

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    World Environment Day

    World Environment Day is celebrated on June 5th each year to raise awareness about environmental issues.

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    Renewable resources

    Resources such as wind, water, and flora and fauna can naturally replenish and are considered renewable.

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    Study Notes

    Environmental Education and Sustainability

    • Atmosphere Layers: The second highest layer of Earth's atmosphere is the mesosphere.
    • Environmental Types: Physical, man-made, social, and hydrosphere are types of environments.
    • Abiotic Components: These components are non-living.
    • Acid Rain Impacts: Acidification of soil, deterioration of buildings, and loss of crops.
    • 5Rs: Reduce, reuse, recycle, and resell are components of the 5Rs.
    • Fresh Water Percentage: Roughly 3% of the world's water is freshwater.
    • WHO: Stands for World Health Organization.
    • Greenhouse Gas: Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a greenhouse gas.
    • Natural Resource Depletion: Overconsumption, overpopulation, and wastage are causes of natural resource depletion.
    • Montreal Protocol: Related to depletion of the ozone layer.
    • Mineral Resources: Examples include metals, potash, and gravels.
    • Earth Summit Location: Held in Rio de Janeiro.
    • Cyclic Resource Example: Water is a cyclic resource.
    • Biogas Raw Material: Tree leaves, grass, and cow dung are major raw materials for biogas.
    • Habitat: Place where an organism naturally occurs.
    • Earth's Internal Heat: Geothermal energy is associated with volcanic regions, geysers, and hot springs.
    • Fossil Fuels: Petrol, diesel, and coal are fossil fuels.
    • Ozone Layer Function: Protects life from harmful UV radiation.
    • Nuclear Disaster Examples: Hiroshima, Nagasaki, and Chernobyl.
    • World Environment Day: Celebrated on June 5th.
    • Earth Day: Observed on April 22nd.
    • Renewable Resources: The text lists examples of renewable resource, and they are not mentioned on the text individually.

    Other Environmental Concepts

    • Recyclable Waste: Metal is recyclable waste, plastic, sand, and glass are not directly specified.
    • Tree Functions (Metaphor): Trees are compared to the heart, brain, or lungs of the earth.
    • Greenhouse Effect: The process by which Earth's atmosphere traps infrared radiation.
    • Renewable Energy Sources: Wind and Water are renewable energy sources.
    • Automobile Fuels: Petrol, diesel, kerosene, and CNG are mentioned.
    • Environmental Degradation Causes: Air and water pollution cause the deterioration of the Taj Mahal.
    • Rainwater pH: Clean rainwater typically has a pH of 5.6.
    • Environmental Protection: Public awareness creates environment protection.
    • Climate Change Examples: Drought, water depletion, ozone depletion, and carbon depletion are examples.
    • Environmental Energy: Sunlight, wind, and rain are potential energy examples.

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