Environmental Studies Quiz
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Environmental Studies Quiz

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What is the term for a 5°C per 1000 m increase in altitude of troposphere?

  • Environmental degradation
  • Global warming
  • Greenhouse effect
  • Environmental lapse rate (correct)
  • What does nitrogen get oxidized into?

  • Ammonia and urea
  • Urea and nitrite
  • Nitrates and ammonia
  • Nitrates and nitrites (correct)
  • What do the words 'oikos' and 'logos' mean?

  • Study and houses
  • Only houses
  • Houses and study of (correct)
  • Study of people
  • What are earthworms and bacteria called in the context of ecosystems?

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    What is the region where fresh water meets salt water called?

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

    Study Notes

    Ecosystems

    • The most stable ecosystem is a forest.

    Forests

    • Forests reduce soil erosion.
    • They provide recreational opportunities.
    • They contribute to economic development.

    Types of Coal

    • Lignite, bituminous, and anthracite are different types of coal.

    Environmental Impacts

    • An example of the impact of development activities on the hydrosphere is water pollution.

    Demography

    • The study of trends in human population growth and prediction of future growth is called demography.

    Water Conservation

    • Methods of water conservation include:
      • Rainwater harvesting
      • Improving irrigation efficiency
      • Avoiding water waste
    • Groundwater extraction is not a method of water conservation.

    Ozone Formation

    • Ozone is formed through a photochemical reaction.

    Atmospheric Science

    • The drop in air temperature at a rate of 6°C/km is a key atmospheric phenomenon.

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    Test your knowledge of environmental studies with this multiple-choice quiz. The questions cover topics such as ecosystems, forests, types of coal, and environmental conservation.

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