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Which of the following is NOT a type of pollution resulting from human activities?
Which of the following is NOT a type of pollution resulting from human activities?
- Noise pollution (correct)
- Fertilizers from farms
- Smoke
- Oil spills
What term describes the practice of utilizing materials wisely to prevent waste?
What term describes the practice of utilizing materials wisely to prevent waste?
- Recycling
- Smog
- Pollution
- Conservation (correct)
Which pollution type is primarily caused by the combustion of fossil fuels?
Which pollution type is primarily caused by the combustion of fossil fuels?
- Water pollution
- Air pollution (correct)
- Land pollution
- Light pollution
To mitigate environmental pollution, people are encouraged to do which of the following?
To mitigate environmental pollution, people are encouraged to do which of the following?
What is the type of pollution caused by the garbage produced from sewage treatment plants?
What is the type of pollution caused by the garbage produced from sewage treatment plants?
Which of the following is an example of a non-biodegradable product?
Which of the following is an example of a non-biodegradable product?
Which activity is most effective in reducing the waste of natural resources?
Which activity is most effective in reducing the waste of natural resources?
Which of the following best represents a consequence of fossil fuel depletion?
Which of the following best represents a consequence of fossil fuel depletion?
What does it mean to reduce in the context of resource usage?
What does it mean to reduce in the context of resource usage?
Which of the following is an example of a nonrenewable natural resource?
Which of the following is an example of a nonrenewable natural resource?
Which example illustrates the effects of the second law of thermodynamics on an energy source?
Which example illustrates the effects of the second law of thermodynamics on an energy source?
What is an example of an inexhaustible resource?
What is an example of an inexhaustible resource?
Why did most people not recycle or conserve resources before 1970?
Why did most people not recycle or conserve resources before 1970?
Which factor is a major contributor to resource depletion?
Which factor is a major contributor to resource depletion?
What is biomass considered to be a renewable energy source?
What is biomass considered to be a renewable energy source?
What is the name of the fuel made from plants?
What is the name of the fuel made from plants?
What is an example of recycling?
What is an example of recycling?
Which of the following describes a consequence of industrialization?
Which of the following describes a consequence of industrialization?
Approximately what percentage of the Earth's surface is covered in water?
Approximately what percentage of the Earth's surface is covered in water?
Which of the following is a significant reason why water is considered a precious resource?
Which of the following is a significant reason why water is considered a precious resource?
Which of the following contributes to natural air pollution?
Which of the following contributes to natural air pollution?
Which option is considered an energy source?
Which option is considered an energy source?
What is an example of a biodiversity-friendly practice?
What is an example of a biodiversity-friendly practice?
What is one implication of urbanization on biodiversity?
What is one implication of urbanization on biodiversity?
What was a significant factor in the near extinction of bison in the late 1800s?
What was a significant factor in the near extinction of bison in the late 1800s?
Which of the following components of the environment effectively transports matter?
Which of the following components of the environment effectively transports matter?
Which major topic in environmental science emphasizes providing the same resources for future generations?
Which major topic in environmental science emphasizes providing the same resources for future generations?
What does the term 'decompose' mean?
What does the term 'decompose' mean?
What does biodiversity measure in an ecosystem?
What does biodiversity measure in an ecosystem?
Which human activity is associated with an increase in supply of flounder and salmon as food for people?
Which human activity is associated with an increase in supply of flounder and salmon as food for people?
What harmful gas does the rainforest help to remove from our atmosphere?
What harmful gas does the rainforest help to remove from our atmosphere?
A material left over or thrown away is referred to as what?
A material left over or thrown away is referred to as what?
What is the major advantage that alternate energy has over fossil fuels?
What is the major advantage that alternate energy has over fossil fuels?
Which environmental concern is most associated with the burning of fossil fuels?
Which environmental concern is most associated with the burning of fossil fuels?
What does biodiversity mean?
What does biodiversity mean?
Globally, the leading cause of biodiversity loss is:
Globally, the leading cause of biodiversity loss is:
Using Earth's resources carefully and sustainably in order to prevent loss or waste is called:
Using Earth's resources carefully and sustainably in order to prevent loss or waste is called:
Why is solar energy considered renewable energy?
Why is solar energy considered renewable energy?
Which two human activities contribute the most to global warming?
Which two human activities contribute the most to global warming?
Forest clearing, farming, and road building are all examples of:
Forest clearing, farming, and road building are all examples of:
What was a primary cause of death for marine animals during the Mindoro oil spill?
What was a primary cause of death for marine animals during the Mindoro oil spill?
How do landfills negatively impact the environment?
How do landfills negatively impact the environment?
What does biodiversity refer to?
What does biodiversity refer to?
What is one action humans can take to positively impact the environment?
What is one action humans can take to positively impact the environment?
Which option describes a probable consequence of landfill pollution?
Which option describes a probable consequence of landfill pollution?
What is the relationship between human population growth and resource consumption?
What is the relationship between human population growth and resource consumption?
How can trash affect wildlife significantly?
How can trash affect wildlife significantly?
Which human activity is most likely to deplete nonrenewable resources?
Which human activity is most likely to deplete nonrenewable resources?
Flashcards
Pollution
Pollution
The process of making the environment dirty or unsafe to use.
Reduce
Reduce
To use less of something.
Nonrenewable resource
Nonrenewable resource
A resource that is used faster than it can naturally be replaced.
Renewable resource
Renewable resource
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Inexhaustible resource
Inexhaustible resource
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Resource depletion
Resource depletion
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Biomass
Biomass
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Biofuel
Biofuel
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Bison Extinction Cause (late 1800s)
Bison Extinction Cause (late 1800s)
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Environmental Matter Transporters
Environmental Matter Transporters
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Sustainability Concept
Sustainability Concept
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Meaning of "Decompose"
Meaning of "Decompose"
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Underlying Cause of Environmental Problems
Underlying Cause of Environmental Problems
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Human activity & future consequences
Human activity & future consequences
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Rainforest's Impact on Atmosphere
Rainforest's Impact on Atmosphere
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Definition of "waste"
Definition of "waste"
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Fossil Fuel Depletion
Fossil Fuel Depletion
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Water Pollution Cause
Water Pollution Cause
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Conservation
Conservation
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Air Pollution Source
Air Pollution Source
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Recycling Materials
Recycling Materials
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Municipal Solid Waste
Municipal Solid Waste
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Reduce Resource Waste
Reduce Resource Waste
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Biodegradable Example
Biodegradable Example
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Oil spill effects on marine animals
Oil spill effects on marine animals
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Landfill environmental impact
Landfill environmental impact
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Population growth and resource use
Population growth and resource use
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Biodiversity definition
Biodiversity definition
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Human positive environmental impact
Human positive environmental impact
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Trash and wildlife
Trash and wildlife
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Non-renewable resource depletion
Non-renewable resource depletion
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Ways to reduce air pollution
Ways to reduce air pollution
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Recycling Example
Recycling Example
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Water's Importance (resource)
Water's Importance (resource)
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Energy Source (natural)
Energy Source (natural)
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Natural Air Pollution (example)
Natural Air Pollution (example)
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Biodiversity's Ecosystem Role
Biodiversity's Ecosystem Role
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Biodiversity-Friendly Practice
Biodiversity-Friendly Practice
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Impact of Urbanization
Impact of Urbanization
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Regional and Global Pollution Impact
Regional and Global Pollution Impact
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Alternate energy advantage
Alternate energy advantage
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Fossil Fuel Environmental Concern
Fossil Fuel Environmental Concern
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Biodiversity Definition
Biodiversity Definition
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Biodiversity Loss Cause
Biodiversity Loss Cause
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Sustainable Resource Use
Sustainable Resource Use
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Global Warming's Main Causes
Global Warming's Main Causes
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Main Cause of Habitat Loss
Main Cause of Habitat Loss
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Renewable Energy Example
Renewable Energy Example
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Study Notes
E-Quiz 1
- Pollution that breaks down over time is biodegradable, examples include grass clippings
- Persistent pollutants like lead do not break down
- Environmental science studies the interaction of humans with their environment, including factors like soil type, temperature, and plants and animals
- Reuse means to use something again, not to make something new
- According to supply and demand, if oil extraction increases with constant demand, the price will decrease
- Pollution is making the environment dirty and unsafe
- Recycling is making something new from used items
- Major environmental concern for oceans is plastic pollution
E-Quiz 2
- Inexhaustible resources are constantly replenished, like sunlight
- Trees are a renewable resource
- Recycling and conservation are responsible methods for reducing environmental damage
- One major environmental problem is resource depletion. A major contributing factor is developed countries having high resource consumption.
- Biomass is a renewable energy source due to the continuous growth of plants
- Fuels derived from plants are called biofuels
- Environmental concerns include air and water pollution, as well as solid waste.
E-Quiz 3
- Biodiversity is important for maintaining a healthy ecosystem. Losing a species can impact other parts of the ecosystem
- Large-scale deforestation can increase atmospheric carbon dioxide levels
- Global warming is a rise in Earth's average temperature
- Renewable energy can be replenished at the same rate it's used. Examples include wind and biomass.
- Biomass reduces carbon footprint by emitting less CO2 when burned compared to fossil fuels. This is due to plants absorbing equal amounts of CO2 as when burned
- Alternate energy sources are better because they reduce carbon emissions
- Major disadvantages of wood harvesting include the release of sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere and damage to the soil
E-Quiz 4
- Environmental concerns: burning fossil fuels contribute to ozone layer destruction, global climate change, and reduced atmospheric carbon dioxide
- Biodiversity refers to the variety of species in a region
- Habitat loss is a leading cause of biodiversity loss globally
- Sustainable use of resources is crucial to environmental conservation
- Human activities, like urbanization, impact biodiversity by destroying habitats
- Non-renewable resources cannot be replenished within a lifetime
- Agriculture, including farming practices, can negatively impact the environment, especially through fertilizer run-off to rivers and streams
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Test your understanding of key concepts in environmental science, including pollution types, resource renewal, and conservation methods. This quiz covers important topics such as biodegradable materials, recycling, and the impact of human activities on the environment.
