Environmental Science Quiz

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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?

Recycling

Smog

Pollution

Conservation (correct)

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?

Recycle materials Signup and view all the answers

What is the type of pollution caused by the garbage produced from sewage treatment plants?

Municipal solid wastes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a non-biodegradable product?

Plastic milk jug in a landfill Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is most effective in reducing the waste of natural resources?

Turning off the faucet when brushing teeth Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best represents a consequence of fossil fuel depletion?

Negative impacts on surrounding ecosystems Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to reduce in the context of resource usage?

To use less of something. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a nonrenewable natural resource?

Oil Signup and view all the answers

Which example illustrates the effects of the second law of thermodynamics on an energy source?

Excess heat emanating from a nuclear power plant Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of an inexhaustible resource?

Sunlight Signup and view all the answers

Why did most people not recycle or conserve resources before 1970?

They did not know how humans were harming the planet. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is a major contributor to resource depletion?

Developed countries utilize resources at a much higher rate. Signup and view all the answers

What is biomass considered to be a renewable energy source?

Biomass can be regrown at an equal or greater rate than it is consumed. Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the fuel made from plants?

Biofuel Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of recycling?

Making new glass bottles from old ones Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a consequence of industrialization?

Higher production of waste and emissions Signup and view all the answers

Approximately what percentage of the Earth's surface is covered in water?

75 percent Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a significant reason why water is considered a precious resource?

Only a small fraction of Earth's water is freshwater available for human use Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following contributes to natural air pollution?

Forests fires Signup and view all the answers

Which option is considered an energy source?

Petroleum Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a biodiversity-friendly practice?

Planting native species Signup and view all the answers

What is one implication of urbanization on biodiversity?

Reduction of available habitats Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant factor in the near extinction of bison in the late 1800s?

Overhunting Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following components of the environment effectively transports matter?

Atmosphere and hydrosphere Signup and view all the answers

Which major topic in environmental science emphasizes providing the same resources for future generations?

Sustainability Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'decompose' mean?

To rot away Signup and view all the answers

What does biodiversity measure in an ecosystem?

The number of different species within an ecosystem Signup and view all the answers

Which human activity is associated with an increase in supply of flounder and salmon as food for people?

Overfishing in the Atlantic Signup and view all the answers

What harmful gas does the rainforest help to remove from our atmosphere?

Carbon dioxide Signup and view all the answers

A material left over or thrown away is referred to as what?

Wastes Signup and view all the answers

What is the major advantage that alternate energy has over fossil fuels?

Alternate energy reduces the amount of carbon dioxide ejected into the atmosphere. Signup and view all the answers

Which environmental concern is most associated with the burning of fossil fuels?

Global climate change Signup and view all the answers

What does biodiversity mean?

The different amount of species in an area. Signup and view all the answers

Globally, the leading cause of biodiversity loss is:

Habitat change and loss. Signup and view all the answers

Using Earth's resources carefully and sustainably in order to prevent loss or waste is called:

Conservation. Signup and view all the answers

Why is solar energy considered renewable energy?

The sun's energy would not run out for billions of years. Signup and view all the answers

Which two human activities contribute the most to global warming?

Burning fossil fuels and deforestation. Signup and view all the answers

Forest clearing, farming, and road building are all examples of:

Habitat loss. Signup and view all the answers

What was a primary cause of death for marine animals during the Mindoro oil spill?

The oil spilled into the ocean and poisoned the animals' food. Signup and view all the answers

How do landfills negatively impact the environment?

Landfills cause chemicals from trash to absorb into the soil and harm plants. Signup and view all the answers

What does biodiversity refer to?

The different amount of species in an area. Signup and view all the answers

What is one action humans can take to positively impact the environment?

Reducing reliance on single-use plastics. Signup and view all the answers

Which option describes a probable consequence of landfill pollution?

Landfills cause smog in the air. Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between human population growth and resource consumption?

Greater population leads to greater resource use. Signup and view all the answers

How can trash affect wildlife significantly?

Wildlife could eat the trash mistaking it for food. Signup and view all the answers

Which human activity is most likely to deplete nonrenewable resources?

Increased reliance on fossil fuels. Signup and view all the answers

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.