Environmental Science Quiz

Which of the following is a consequence of acid rain?

Deforestation

Soil erosion

Ozone depletion

Water acidification (correct)

Which factor plays the most significant role in ozone layer depletion?

Methane production

Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) (correct)

Carbon dioxide emissions

Nitrogen oxides

In which region of India can you find a biological hot spot?

Western Ghat (correct)

Sundarbans

Himalayas

Thar Desert

How many biodiversity hot spots are recognized in India?

6 Signup and view all the answers

Which national park in India is UNESCO World Heritage listed?

Kaziranga National Park Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary environmental consequence of air pollution?

Acid rain Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is essential for the understanding of environmental issues?

The study of Environmental Science Signup and view all the answers

Which chemical is most associated with the depletion of the ozone layer?

CFCs Signup and view all the answers

What is the ecological significance of the Western Ghats in India?

It is a biodiversity hotspot. Signup and view all the answers

Kaziranga National Park is particularly famous for its population of which animal?

One-horned rhinoceros Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following chemicals is often associated with atmospheric reactions that lead to acid rain?

Nitrogen Oxides Signup and view all the answers

What role does acid rain play in the degradation of forest ecosystems?

Decreases plant growth and health Signup and view all the answers

Which region in India is recognized for its high level of biodiversity and is a biological hotspot?

Western Ghat Signup and view all the answers

What environmental benefits does tree planting, as advocated by individuals like Saalumarada Thimmakka, provide?

Enhancements in air quality Signup and view all the answers

The Wildlife Institute of India, located in Dehradun, primarily focuses on which of the following?

Wildlife research and education Signup and view all the answers