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Environmental Impact of Agriculture
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Environmental Impact of Agriculture

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Agriculture has the greatest impact on greenhouse gas emissions due to the presence of heavy industry.

False

Three greenhouse gases produced by agriculture are Carbon dioxide, Methane, and sulfur dioxide.

False

Nitrates and phosphates, known as eutrophication, have a positive effect on water quality.

False

Algae bloom in a lake can be caused by the rapid growth of fish.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Using a buffer zone of 5m from hedgerow and water courses can have no effect on reducing the harmful effects of fertilizers.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Transitioning from making hay to silage positively impacts bird populations.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Corncrake traditionally make their nests in tall grass above the ground.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Eutrophication can negatively impact water quality due to the rapid growth of algae in lakes.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Transitioning from making hay to silage has a positive effect on bird populations in agricultural areas.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Preventing dairy parlours, collecting yards, and pit washings from entering water courses is not necessary for reducing environmental impact in agriculture.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Plants and animals living in a specific habitat is defined as biodiversity.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Land drainage, pollution, and suitable grazing regimes have no impact on biodiversity.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Reducing the impact of fertilizers can be achieved by spreading fertilizer without any buffer zones near water bodies.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

There are two greenhouse gases produced by agriculture: Carbon dioxide and Methane.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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