Intro to Environmental Science
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What happens if we cut down forests at a faster rate than we plant them?

  • Wood becomes a renewable resource
  • Trees start to disappear
  • Forests start to grow rapidly
  • Wood becomes a non-renewable resource (correct)

    • What is the result of acid mine drainage?

  • It reduces greenhouse gases
  • It purifies the water
  • It helps to fertilize the soil
  • It kills plant and animal life (correct)

    • What is a consequence of using herbicides and pesticides in agriculture?

  • They reduce greenhouse gases
  • They destroy soil and pollute water sources (correct)
  • They reduce land pollution
  • They help to increase crop yields

    • What is released by decaying materials in landfills?

    <p>Methane gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a way to reduce land pollution?

    <p>By buying bio-degradable items</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is recycling important?

    <p>To reduce land pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is being considered to reduce environmental damage from processed foods?

    <p>Taxing processed foods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of using plastic over paper bags?

    <p>It adds to land pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of buying organic foods?

    <p>They are better for you and the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a problem with landfills?

    <p>They destroy landfill soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

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