Understanding Our Environment - Chapter 1 Quiz
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According to the passage, what is one of the major threats associated with climate change?

  • Rapid human population growth
  • Disappearing glaciers and snowfields that threaten water supplies (correct)
  • Lack of access to safe drinking water worldwide
  • Increased air pollution in newly industrializing areas

    • What is the primary cause for the transition to slower population growth rates in most countries?

  • Higher mortality rates among children under 5 years old
  • Improved healthcare and education for girls (correct)
  • Reduced air pollution in newly industrializing areas
  • Increased access to safe drinking water and sanitation

    • What is the estimated number of people that could be living under conditions of lack of access to safe drinking water and adequate sanitation by 2025?

  • 1.1 billion people
  • 2.2 billion people
  • 7.7 billion people
  • ¾ of the world's population (correct)

    • What is the estimated number of metric tons of air pollutants (excluding CO2) released each year?

    <p>2 billion metric tons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not mentioned as a major theme in environmental science according to the passage?

    <p>Biodiversity Conservation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the impact of air pollution is true according to the passage?

    <p>Air pollution causes a significant number of early deaths and illnesses each year.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main environmental problem associated with the Navajo Generating Station?

    <p>Greenhouse gas emissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which source(s) of pollution were directly attributed to the Navajo Generating Station?

    <p>Airborne mercury and cadmium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was the Navajo Generating Station considered one of Arizona's worst polluters?

    <p>Due to emitting excessive greenhouse gases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Wangari Maathai imply by calling for a shift in humanity's thinking?

    <p>To reduce threats to the life-support system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much of Arizona's electricity production was dependent on the Navajo Generating Station?

    <p>30%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main goal of the Navajo Tribe regarding the development of green jobs?

    <p>To reduce greenhouse gas emissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'throughput' refer to in the context of resource consumption?

    <p>The amount of resources used and disposed of</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 'tragedy of the commons' as described in the text?

    <p>The inevitable depletion of common resources due to population growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of 'sustainable development' provided in the text?

    <p>Progress in human well-being that can be extended over many generations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between fighting poverty and protecting the environment?

    <p>Fighting poverty helps protect the shared environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the text?

    <p>To discuss the human dimensions of environmental science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a key aspect of sustainability?

    <p>Continuous economic growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary energy source currently used in industrialized countries?

    <p>Fossil fuels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as a cost of extracting and using fossil fuels?

    <p>Noise pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Aldo Leopold observe as a great challenge in conservation?

    <p>Managing people and their demands on resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a cleaner, renewable energy resource mentioned in the text?

    <p>Biomass power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used in the text to refer to the services or resources provided by environmental systems?

    <p>Ecosystem services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the winner of the 2004 Nobel Peace Prize mentioned in the text?

    <p>Wangari Maathai</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor causing the increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide levels over the past 200 years?

    <p>Deforestation and agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the major themes of environmental science?

    <p>Environmental quality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected range of global temperature increase compared to 1990 levels if current trends continue?

    <p>2-4C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not listed as a component of environmental quality in the text?

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

    What is the current level of atmospheric carbon dioxide, according to the text?

    <p>415 ppm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not mentioned in the text as a consequence of climate change?

    <p>Increased precipitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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