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What are the fundamental units of matter?

  • Resources and energy
  • Biological and geological components
  • Compounds and mixtures
  • Atoms and molecules (correct)

    • What happens when atoms and molecules are rearranged?

  • Matter is destroyed
  • Compounds and mixtures are broken down
  • Energy is always released
  • Energy is consumed or released (correct)

    • What is the term for the cycles of interaction between biological, geological, and chemical components of the environment?

  • Ecosystems
  • Natural Resources
  • Biogeochemical Cycles (correct)
  • Environmental Processes

    • What is the result of human consumption of resources in the environment?

    <p>The chemical makeup of the resources is altered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of an activity with a positive environmental impact?

    <p>Wetland preservation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of the relationships between components of the environment?

    <p>They are always complex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered with water?

    <p>71%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which plants release water vapor into the atmosphere?

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

    What is the term for the movement of water through its various stages, from the oceans to the atmosphere and back to the Earth?

    <p>Water Cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage of human body weight that is composed of water?

    <p>70%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process by which water moves from the land surface to the water-saturated zone?

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

    What is the source of fresh water that is consumed by humans?

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

    What is the term for the process by which carbon is removed from the atmosphere through plant photosynthesis?

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

    What is the term for the movement of carbon between the atmosphere, oceans, and rocks?

    <p>Carbon Cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which carbon is returned to the atmosphere through the decay of dead organisms?

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

    What is the term for the zone where water shares the spaces between soil particles with air?

    <p>Aerated upper zone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of an activity that can have a negative impact on the ecosystem?

    <p>Chemical spills that pollute bodies of water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of an ecosystem?

    <p>A system that is self-balancing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be the result of an imbalance in an ecosystem?

    <p>Lasting, significant effects on the ecosystem, both positive and negative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the movement of materials and substances through the environment?

    <p>Biogeochemical Cycles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which elements are recycled continuously in biogeochemical cycles?

    <p>Oxygen, Carbon, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Calcium, Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which water is continuously recycled?

    <p>Water Cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Oxygen Cycle?

    <p>To maintain the oxygen reservoir in the atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which green plants produce oxygen?

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

    What is the byproduct of photosynthesis used by animals?

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

    What is the composition of the air maintained through?

    <p>Cycles of use and regeneration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the matter when organisms die?

    <p>It is broken down into its basic elements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the interaction of two species living together in close contact?

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

    Why can outside events cause an ecosystem to become unbalanced?

    <p>Because they do not consider the interdependencies between components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can occur when unnatural components are introduced into an ecosystem?

    <p>A major local or widespread impact on organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary for the maintenance of ecosystems?

    <p>Wise decision-making and long-term planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are air and water resources often undervalued?

    <p>Because they are presumed to belong to everyone, but no one takes responsibility for their conservation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of soil in the ecosystem?

    <p>To support plant growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary source of organic matter in soil formation?

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

    What is the role of microbes in the soil cycle?

    <p>To break down and redistribute nutrients and organic matter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the driving force of an ecosystem?

    <p>The sun's energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

    <p>To break down complex compounds into simpler molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a food chain and a food web?

    <p>A food chain is linear, while a food web is complex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fate of most of the energy that supports consumers and producers in an ecosystem?

    <p>It is dissipated as heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of matter in an ecosystem?

    <p>It is constantly cycled throughout the ecosystem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

    <p>To collect energy from the sun and create sugar from CO2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the boundary of an ecosystem represented by in Figure 4?

    <p>A dashed line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of the shells of shellfish and coral?

    <p>Calcium carbonate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary source of hydrocarbon fuels?

    <p>Sedimentary rocks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main process by which carbon is converted from the atmosphere into sedimentary rocks?

    <p>Hardening of mud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the compounds produced by living things, including leaves, wood, and roots?

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

    What is the primary way in which carbon is stored in the oceans?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of volcanic eruptions in the carbon cycle?

    <p>Emission of gaseous carbon to the atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary process by which plants consume carbon from the atmosphere?

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

    What is the term for the gases that trap heat near the Earth's surface?

    <p>Greenhouse gases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary way in which carbon is stored in terrestrial organisms?

    <p>In organic forms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of human activity on atmospheric CO2 concentration?

    <p>It increases the concentration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consequence of rearranging the fundamental units of matter?

    <p>Release or consumption of energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the complex web of relationships between resources in the environment?

    <p>To maintain the availability of resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of human consumption of resources, in terms of the chemical makeup of the resources?

    <p>The chemical makeup of the resources is altered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of the Biogeochemical Cycles?

    <p>They rely on complex relationships between biological, geological, and chemical components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fate of the end products of human consumption in the environment?

    <p>They are converted into new substances through chemical reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of all human activities on the environment?

    <p>Either positive or negative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of altering one component in an ecosystem?

    <p>It affects other components in the ecosystem.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of mutualism?

    <p>Both species benefit equally.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fate of matter when organisms die?

    <p>It is broken down into its basic elements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of introducing unnatural components into an ecosystem?

    <p>The ecosystem becomes unbalanced and may undergo permanent changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are air and water resources often undervalued?

    <p>Because no one takes responsibility for their conservation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key to maintaining ecosystems?

    <p>Long-term planning and wise decision-making.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary way in which Power Engineers can influence the global environment?

    <p>Through their collective attitudes and actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of an ecosystem that allows it to maintain balance?

    <p>Its self-balancing nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary way in which oxygen is produced and made available for organisms?

    <p>Through the process of photosynthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the reservoirs or sinks where matter accumulates for a long period of time?

    <p>Reservoirs or sinks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of green plants in the Oxygen Cycle?

    <p>To consume carbon dioxide and release oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary way in which organisms obtain oxygen?

    <p>Through the process of respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the movement of substances through both living and non-living segments of the environment?

    <p>Biogeochemical cycles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary way in which Power Engineers can reduce or prevent negative environmental impacts?

    <p>Through their collective attitudes and actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary result of an imbalance in an ecosystem?

    <p>Lasting, significant effects on the ecosystem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary way in which the operation, decommissioning, and abandonment of plants can impact the environment?

    <p>Through the alteration of ecosystems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the soil cycle?

    <p>To support plant growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key component of an ecosystem?

    <p>Atmospheric Gases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary source of energy for an ecosystem?

    <p>Solar energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the decomposition of dead organisms in an ecosystem?

    <p>Nutrients are redistributed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a food chain and a food web?

    <p>Complexity of relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism by which ecosystems maintain balance?

    <p>Nutrient cycling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of inactive organic matter in an ecosystem?

    <p>To provide habitat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consequence of an imbalance in an ecosystem?

    <p>Ecological collapse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of matter in an ecosystem?

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

    What is the primary role of the atmosphere in the water cycle?

    <p>To condense water vapor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary driving force behind the soil cycle?

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

    Which process is responsible for introducing impurities into water during the water cycle?

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

    What is the primary source of carbon in the atmosphere?

    <p>Carbon dioxide and methane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of groundwater in the formation of landscapes?

    <p>To deposit minerals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the carbon stored in organisms when they die?

    <p>It is released back into the atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of soil in the water cycle?

    <p>To filter water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the direction of groundwater flow?

    <p>From higher to lower ground</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the repeated process of evaporation, condensation, and soil filtration in the water cycle?

    <p>The purification of water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of plants in the carbon cycle?

    <p>To consume carbon from the atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of the water-saturated zone?

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

    What is the primary mechanism by which carbon is stored in sedimentary rocks?

    <p>Through the hardening of mud into shale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of changes in atmospheric CO2 concentration on the environment?

    <p>It is implicated in global warming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary source of carbon in the terrestrial organism carbon cycle?

    <p>Atmospheric CO2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary process by which carbon is returned to the atmosphere from the terrestrial organism carbon cycle?

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

    What is the primary factor that disrupts the balance of atmospheric CO2 concentration?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of the shells of shellfish and coral in the oceanic carbon cycle?

    <p>Calcium carbonate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary way in which carbon is stored in the oceanic carbon cycle?

    <p>In carbonate and bicarbonate ions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of large-scale livestock production on atmospheric CO2 concentration?

    <p>It releases CH4, which contributes to global warming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism by which carbon is cycled through the atmosphere, oceans, and rocks?

    <p>Through photosynthesis and respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary source of hydrocarbon fuels in the terrestrial organism carbon cycle?

    <p>Plant tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a necessary section in an application for an energy plant project?

    <p>Applicant Identification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the 'Current Setting for the Proposed Project and its Environmental Condition' section?

    <p>Environmental risks and pre-existing conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 'Project Background' section in an energy plant project application?

    <p>To discuss regulatory requirements and relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential reason for modifying an application for an energy plant project?

    <p>To meet changing regulatory requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important aspect of the 'Energy Plant Design' section in an application?

    <p>Environmental risks and risk mitigation strategies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 'Plant or Facility Identification' section in an energy plant project application?

    <p>To identify the location and purpose of the facility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the cumulative effects of an energy plant and other facilities operating in the same area?

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

    What is a planned and approved effect of energy plant operation?

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

    Which of the following is a regulated stack emission in Canada?

    <p>Particulate materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of efficient and safe operation of an energy plant?

    <p>Minimizing unplanned releases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which fuel produces lower sulfur emissions?

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

    What is a result of combining CO and NOx with rain?

    <p>Production of acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of industrial water management in Canada?

    <p>Reduce industrial water use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the requirement for SAGD plants in Alberta regarding fresh water use?

    <p>5% of water from fresh sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of some SAGD facilities in Alberta?

    <p>Achieve zero-discharge emissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of regulations on industrial water use in Canada?

    <p>Conserve fresh water resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of clear-cutting forests for oil and gas facilities?

    <p>To allow for line of sight to permit pipeline inspection, servicing and maintenance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of de-forested 'cut lines' on wildlife?

    <p>They reduce the population of wildlife and inhibit natural migration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is affected by the disturbance of the landscape due to human activities?

    <p>Vegetation, natural wetlands, and large bodies of water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do power transmission lines require clear-cutting of forests?

    <p>To allow for easy access for service vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of collecting and testing run off from oil and gas facilities?

    <p>Determination of whether the run off complies with safe release guidelines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary regulation that hazardous waste being transported must conform to?

    <p>Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) legislation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of core sampling in contaminated soil removal?

    <p>To establish the boundaries of the contaminated area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should samples containing hazardous materials be disposed of?

    <p>Disposed of in a careful, responsible manner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for setting and enforcing noise level guidelines?

    <p>Provincial and territorial authorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a noise impact statement?

    <p>To submit with applications for new facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common public complaint about the operation of facilities?

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

    What is the primary concern when handling materials that may produce odours?

    <p>Minimizing the chance of a release</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of disturbing the ground surface during facility construction?

    <p>Changes to the precipitation runoff</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of removing contaminated soil and replacing it with fresh fill?

    <p>To prevent further contamination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to address noise level concerns during facility construction?

    <p>To minimize the impact on the surrounding environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using chemicals in power plant operations?

    <p>To prevent corrosion and scale deposition in boilers and heat exchangers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common source of liquid waste in power plants?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern with spilled liquids in power plants?

    <p>They can contaminate both the ground and the groundwater</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of concrete containment berms in power plants?

    <p>To contain liquid spills if a container fails</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern with airborne particulate matter in power plants?

    <p>It can have adverse health effects on people and animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary requirement for disposing of solid waste in power plants?

    <p>To follow the jurisdictional regulatory requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best way to manage hazardous waste in power plants?

    <p>To reduce the production of hazardous waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of power plants regarding waste generation?

    <p>To dispose of waste according to jurisdictional regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of jurisdictional permits to operate in power plants?

    <p>To establish the amount of discharge allowed based on particulate size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of power plants regarding environmental impact?

    <p>To minimize their environmental impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the 'Applicant Identification' section in the facility design approval application?

    <p>To provide the owner's contact information and project location</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the 'Project Background' section in the facility design approval application?

    <p>To outline the regulatory requirements and relationships that must be considered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the 'Current Setting for the Proposed Project and its Environmental Condition' section?

    <p>To assess the pre-existing environmental conditions and potential impacts of the project</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a critical aspect of the 'Energy Plant Design' section in the facility design approval application?

    <p>Mitigating the environmental risks and risk factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why some applications may need to be modified to meet the regulatory requirements?

    <p>To ensure compliance with the regulatory requirements and relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the 'Plant or Facility Identification' section in the facility design approval application?

    <p>To provide the location and purpose of the facility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of clear-cutting forests for oil and gas facilities?

    <p>To allow for line of sight to permit pipeline inspection, servicing and maintenance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of creating de-forested 'cut lines' for oil and gas facilities?

    <p>Division of continuous wildlife habitat into smaller areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential impact of oil and gas facilities on the environment?

    <p>Reduced vegetation growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it necessary to collect and test runoff from oil and gas facilities?

    <p>To determine whether the runoff complies with safe release guidelines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a related impact of power transmission lines on the environment?

    <p>Increased access for service vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a planned and approved effect of an energy plant on the environment?

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

    What is the primary goal of industrial water management in Canada?

    <p>To reduce the impact of industry on freshwater sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following fuels produces lower sulfur emissions?

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

    What is the primary effect of poorly optimized firing equipment in an energy plant?

    <p>Reduced plant efficiencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum percentage of fresh water that SAGD plants in Alberta are allowed to use?

    <p>5%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of efficient and safe operation of an energy plant?

    <p>Minimized unplanned releases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a regulated stack emission in Canada?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of industrial water recycling in energy plants?

    <p>To minimize the impact of industry on freshwater sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a long-term effect of energy plant operations on the environment?

    <p>Acid rain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the change in regulations for SAGD plants in Alberta in 2012?

    <p>To minimize the impact of industry on freshwater sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for periodic assessments of disposal companies under contract?

    <p>To ensure they comply with all required legislation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of core sampling in contaminated soil removal?

    <p>To define the boundaries of the contaminated area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of the municipality regarding noise levels?

    <p>To address noise concerns from the general public</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a noise impact statement?

    <p>To assess the cumulative noise impact of multiple facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern when handling materials that may produce odours?

    <p>To minimize the chance of a release</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of removing contaminated soil and replacing it with fresh fill?

    <p>To prevent the spread of contamination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the province and territory in noise regulation?

    <p>To allow municipalities to set their own guidelines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of plant upsets releasing material into the atmosphere?

    <p>Public concern and complaints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of submitting noise studies and statements with applications for new facilities?

    <p>To address noise concerns for the proposed facility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of the facility regarding odour complaints from the public?

    <p>To investigate the complaint and take corrective action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of cathodic corrosion prevention systems in power plants?

    <p>To reduce the likelihood of container failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to prevent spills of hazardous or contaminated liquid waste in power plants?

    <p>Because spills can contaminate both the ground and groundwater</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of concrete containment berms in power plants?

    <p>To contain liquid spills if a container fails</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern regarding particulate matter released from facilities that burn solid fuel?

    <p>Its potential to cause adverse health effects on people and animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary requirement for disposing of solid waste in power plants?

    <p>That it must be disposed of according to the jurisdictional regulatory requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to monitor particulate matter emissions from facilities that burn solid fuel?

    <p>To ensure the plant meets its operating permit requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of managing hazardous waste in power plants?

    <p>To reduce the production of hazardous waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consequence of releasing hazardous or contaminated liquid waste into the environment?

    <p>It can contaminate both the ground and groundwater</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for specifying equipment to reduce the likelihood of container failure in power plants?

    <p>To prevent spills of hazardous or contaminated liquid waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary requirement for reporting spills of hazardous or contaminated liquid waste to the local jurisdictions?

    <p>That the person responsible for the material at the time of the spill must report it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a method to detect possible trouble in a process?

    <p>Recognizing conditions that are different from normal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for employees to know the characteristics of the materials they work with?

    <p>To protect themselves and the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of monitoring equipment in a process?

    <p>To detect conditions that are different from normal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential source of asbestos fibres in a process?

    <p>Gaskets or valve packing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of early recognition of spills, leaks, or any unplanned condition?

    <p>It can minimize the impact of the problem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a question that operators should consider when executing their duties?

    <p>What is the source of that unusual odour?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential long-term impact on the environment due to the construction and operation of a facility?

    <p>Permanently altered landscape contour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a necessary step in the removal of contaminated soil during facility decommissioning?

    <p>Removing contaminated soil and disposing of it as hazardous waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential impact on local wildlife due to facility construction and operation?

    <p>Delayed return of displaced animals for many years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of drawing water for cooling towers during facility operation?

    <p>Delayed replenishment of the aquifer for several years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a necessary consideration during facility decommissioning to ensure a viable ecosystem?

    <p>Restoring native vegetation and ensuring a stable ecosystem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential impact on the air and vegetation during facility decommissioning?

    <p>Noise and dust generated from equipment removal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When isolating equipment for maintenance, what should be done with harmful substances?

    <p>Minimize their release and retain them in a closed system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a hazard analysis and risk assessment in the design stage?

    <p>To identify potential hazards and minimize them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most desirable type of action when dealing with a problem area?

    <p>Permanent action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with residual substances, such as trapped liquids or sludge deposits?

    <p>Contain and dispose of them according to regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should Power Engineers consider the impact of their actions on the environment?

    <p>To reduce the risk of environmental harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with leaks from flange and valve packing?

    <p>Tighten the joints to stop the leaks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of an additional hazard and operability study?

    <p>To address the potential effects of modifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of dealing with abnormal conditions in a timely and efficient manner?

    <p>Reducing adverse environmental impacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of the owner and each worker in regards to environmental concerns?

    <p>To identify concerns and act on them promptly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of evaluating each step of a change in design or operating procedure?

    <p>To assess the consequences of the change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of identifying the properties and environmental potential of released substances or upset conditions?

    <p>To minimize environmental impacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for a Power Engineer to know how equipment and systems are supposed to operate?

    <p>To recognize changes in temperature, noise, vibration, and pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of decommissioning and abandonment of a facility?

    <p>To restore the site to a prior condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary to remove contamination from the soil during the reclamation process?

    <p>Removal and cleansing of the soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to operate a facility in an environmentally responsible manner?

    <p>To reduce the cost of reclamation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of submitting an insurance bond with the application for development and operation of a facility?

    <p>To cover the cost of remediation and reclamation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of discussing 'what ifs' with others in dealing with unusual occurrences?

    <p>To gain their experiences in dealing with unusual occurrences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of identifying other processes or problems that operational upsets may cause for the environment?

    <p>To solve environmental problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of informing others in the area of what is happening during an emergency?

    <p>So they may either assist or keep clear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of determining the history and location of potential sources of past contamination?

    <p>To begin the cleanup process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of having an Emergency Response Plan (ERP) in place?

    <p>To prepare for emergencies and respond to unplanned releases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to be familiar with the facility one operates and maintains?

    <p>To identify design deficiencies and seek alternate methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of the person who causes, allows, or finds a release?

    <p>To stop any further release and put the ERP into action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included in a written report of a release?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of having the right attitude towards environmental impact?

    <p>Minimizing the impact of an unplanned release or upset</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of an action that can minimize environmental impact?

    <p>Isolating equipment and containing a release</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common example of an environmentally harmful substance?

    <p>Liquefied natural gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of notifying members of the public who may be affected by a release?

    <p>To inform them of the potential environmental impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of reporting a release?

    <p>To meet jurisdictional requirements for reporting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of Power Engineers in minimizing environmental impact?

    <p>To be conscious of the potential environmental impact of their actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of recognizing changes in level, flow, or pressure?

    <p>To minimize the impact of unplanned conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of experienced workers in detecting process upsets?

    <p>Ability to recognize unusual sights, sounds, and smells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of frequent, systematic, and comprehensive checks?

    <p>To minimize the impact of unplanned conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential hazard of gaskets or valve packing with asbestos fibres?

    <p>They can release asbestos fibres as they wear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of knowing the characteristics of materials handled by employees?

    <p>To protect themselves and the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of asking simple questions, such as 'Does the operating area have an unusual sound?'?

    <p>To recognize conditions that are different from normal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of a worker when removing gaskets or packing materials that contain asbestos?

    <p>To recognize the potential asbestos hazard and follow procedures for removal and disposal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of an Emergency Response Plan (ERP)?

    <p>To prepare a facility to respond to emergencies and minimize environmental impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the initial action to be taken when stopping a release of an environmentally harmful substance?

    <p>To stop any further release, if possible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of having the right attitude when operating and maintaining facilities?

    <p>It minimizes the impact of unplanned releases or upsets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of considering alternative methods of doing a job?

    <p>To reduce environmental impact and minimize releases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of the person who causes, allows, or finds a release of an environmentally harmful substance?

    <p>To put the ERP into action and stop the release</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of prompt isolation of equipment when a release occurs?

    <p>It reduces the amount of material spilled and aids in minimizing damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of including a description of the responsive actions taken in a written report of a release?

    <p>To provide a description of the actions taken to stop and contain the release</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of releasing liquefied natural gas and gasoline into the environment?

    <p>It can pose a significant threat to the environment and human health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of reporting a release of an environmentally harmful substance?

    <p>To minimize the impact of the release on the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of a Power Engineer when dealing with abnormal conditions?

    <p>To minimize the impact of the problem on the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a hazard analysis and risk assessment in the design stage?

    <p>To identify potential hazards and minimize risks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a permanent action in addressing a problem?

    <p>Modifying the vent piping to vent into a closed flare system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern when isolating equipment for maintenance or preparing equipment for operation?

    <p>Minimizing the release of harmful substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the owner and each worker in regards to environmental concerns?

    <p>To identify concerns and act on them promptly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an interim action in addressing a problem?

    <p>Repairing a ruptured pipeline and assigning responsibility to test and replace suspect areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of dealing with abnormal conditions in a timely and efficient manner?

    <p>Reducing the impact of the problem on the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a closed hydrocarbon drain?

    <p>To collect and contain harmful substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of an adaptive action in addressing a problem?

    <p>To allow the plant to operate with the problem condition indefinitely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern when dealing with residual substances, such as trapped liquids or sludge deposits?

    <p>Containing and disposing of the substances in accordance with regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential long-term consequence of the landscape changes caused by facility construction and operation?

    <p>Increased water run-off</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a necessary step in the reclamation process if the ground is contaminated?

    <p>Removing contaminated soil and disposing of it as hazardous waste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential impact on the environment during facility decommissioning?

    <p>Generation of dust and noise that can impact local wildlife</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a long-term effect of drawing water for cooling towers during facility operation?

    <p>Reduced water recharge in the aquifer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a necessary consideration during facility decommissioning?

    <p>Ensuring a viable and stable ecosystem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of vegetation taking years to grow back after facility construction and operation?

    <p>Increased soil erosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of identifying the properties and environmental potential of released substances or upset conditions?

    <p>To establish emergency procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of operating a facility in an environmentally responsible manner?

    <p>Less reclamation work is required at the end of the facility's life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of discussing 'what ifs' with others in the area?

    <p>To gain their experiences in dealing with unusual occurrences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of decommissioning and reclamation plans?

    <p>To ensure the site is left in a condition suitable for alternate use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to know how the equipment and systems are supposed to operate?

    <p>To recognize changes in temperature, noise, vibration, and pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of evaluating the history and location of potential sources of past contamination?

    <p>To initiate the cleanup process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of not operating a facility in an environmentally responsible manner?

    <p>There is more work to do to return the site to a condition suitable for alternate use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of informing others in the area of what is happening during an upset condition?

    <p>To enable them to either assist or keep clear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of having a plan to decommission a site and restore it to a prior condition?

    <p>It ensures the site is left in a condition suitable for alternate use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it necessary to remove all contamination from the soil during the reclamation process?

    <p>To ensure the site is left in a condition suitable for alternate use</p> Signup and view all the answers

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