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Which continent is associated with having the smallest ecological footprint?

  • Europe
  • North America
  • Australia
  • Africa (correct)

    • The Tragedy of the Commons occurs when shared resources are regulated.

    False

    Name one country that has a large ecological footprint.

    USA

    The primary reason leading to a large ecological footprint in industrialized countries is the high use of _______.

    <p>fossil fuels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the examples to their corresponding situations of the Tragedy of the Commons:

    <p>Commercial fishing = Depleting fish stocks Aquifer depletion for irrigation = Over-consuming water resources Destruction of common land = Loss of biodiversity Unregulated logging = Deforestation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the scientific method?

    <p>To test hypotheses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A hypothesis can only be formed using deductive reasoning.

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

    What is the independent variable in a controlled experiment?

    <p>The variable that is changed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In inductive reasoning, scientists look for _______ or rules in the natural world.

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

    Match the types of reasoning with their descriptions:

    <p>Inductive reasoning = Forms generalizations based on patterns Deductive reasoning = Applies general rules to specific cases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the primary focus of environmental science?

    <p>The study of how humans affect the environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Renewable resources take a long time to replenish compared to non-renewable resources.

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

    Name one major event that significantly influenced the way humans interact with natural resources.

    <p>Agricultural Revolution or Industrial Revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The natural world, including all living and non-living things, is referred to as the __________.

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

    Match the type of resource with its description:

    <p>Renewable resources = Naturally replenished over short periods Non-renewable resources = Take a long time to replenish Fossil fuels = Example of non-renewable resources Sunlight = Example of renewable resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of data is represented by numbers and measurements?

    <p>Quantitative data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Scientists use data to prove hypotheses are true.

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

    What is the independent variable in the experiment related to plant growth?

    <p>The amount of salt added</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Data can be organized into charts, graphs, or __________.

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

    Match the following types of data with their definitions:

    <p>Qualitative data = Description, words Quantitative data = Numbers, measurements Independent variable = Manipulated variable in an experiment Dependent variable = Variable measured in response to changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of peer review in scientific research?

    <p>To correct any flaws in the experiment or conclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A scientific theory is a narrow explanation that only applies to one specific phenomenon.

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

    What are the three ethical world-views in environmental science?

    <p>Anthropocentrism, Biocentrism, Ecocentrism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Peer review is essential for guarding against ________ science.

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

    Match the ethical world-view with its description:

    <p>Anthropocentrism = Values human populations and welfare Biocentrism = Values all organisms, including humans Ecocentrism = Values the community or ecosystem as a whole None of the above = Neglects ethical considerations in science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'supply' refer to in economics?

    <p>The amount of resources available</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cost-benefit analysis is unnecessary when making environmental decisions.

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

    Name one example of provisioning ecosystem services.

    <p>Lobster or Fish</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The services that ecosystems provide are classified into four categories: provisioning, regulating, cultural, and __________.

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

    Match the ecosystem service category with its description:

    <p>Provisioning = Goods that humans use directly from the ecosystem Regulating = The ability of an ecosystem to regulate air, soil, or water quality Cultural = Non-material benefits that people obtain from the ecosystem Supporting = Provides the necessities to allow an ecosystem to function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one main drawback of regulations in environmental policies?

    <p>They can be expensive to enforce.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cap-and-trade policies solely focus on punitive measures.

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

    Name one example of an environmental regulation.

    <p>Clean Water Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Environmental policies can be categorized into _______ and incentives.

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

    Match the following types of environmental policies with their descriptions:

    <p>Regulations = Threat of punishment for non-compliance Incentives = Encouragement through subsidies or tax breaks Cap-and-trade = Limit on pollutants with trading options Clean Water Act = Regulation focusing on water pollution control</p> Signup and view all the answers

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