18 Questions
What term best describes resources like coal and oil?
Nonrenewable resources
Why is coal considered a nonrenewable resource?
It becomes more difficult and expensive to extract over time.
What term refers to a degradation in air, water, or soil that harms living organisms?
Pollution
What characteristic distinguishes biodegradable pollution from nondegradable pollution?
Biodegradable pollution breaks down naturally; nondegradable pollution does not.
How can pollution affect ecosystems far from the source?
Pollution can move and influence distant ecosystems.
What event caused 75% of all species on Earth to disappear around 65 million years ago?
Major extinction event
What was the impact of the 1814 eruption as mentioned in the text?
1,200 people were killed and the town of Cagsawa was buried.
In the context of environmental science, what does the term 'environment' refer to?
Air and water quality, soil and landforms, presence of other living organisms.
Which field of study involves decisions related to using coal for electricity, transportation, and pollution control?
Economics
What is the consequence of burning coal at a power plant as mentioned in the text?
Formation of acid rain due to chemical reactions.
What problem is highlighted by the mention of laws requiring pollution scrubbers?
Pollution control
Why do renewable resources play a crucial role in supporting the human population?
Renewable resources can be replenished within a human lifetime.
What is a commons area?
An area shared by the entire society
According to the Tragedy of the Commons, what is the likely outcome of a commons area being exploited?
Short-term financial gain
What basic economic principle states that the greater the demand for a limited resource, the higher the price?
Supply and demand
What is the purpose of cost/benefit analysis in economics?
To justify economic expenditures based on benefits received
What environmental disaster occurred in Bhopal, India in December 1984?
Chemical leak resulting in deaths and long-term health issues
How does dividing a commons area among individuals affect its usage?
Encourages long-term planning and use
Test your knowledge on nonrenewable resources, such as coal, oil, and minerals, and understand the concept of pollution. Explore the impact of resource depletion and pollution on the environment.
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