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PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA Gen. Luna Cor. Muralla St., Intramuros, Manila College of Engineering Electronics Engineering Department INTERNATIONAL TREATIES & CONVENTIONS QUESTIONS WITH ANSWER KEY by Group 7 CASAGAN, Jerry Mae L. DORIA, Alysza Denikka V. RAMOS, Jonah Mae C. 1. It is a legally binding agreement between two b. Globe Summit or more countries that establishes mutual c. Nation Summit obligations under international law. d. Earth Summit a. International Treaty and Convention b. Republic Act 6. The objectives of this convention is to pursued c. International Protocol in accordance with its relevant provisions, are d. International Law the conservation of biological diversity, the sustainable use of its components and the fair 2. The following are the importance of an and equitable sharing of the benefits arising international treaty and convention except: out of the utilization of genetic resources, a. Treaties provide a platform for including by appropriate access to genetic countries to pool resources resources and by appropriate transfer of b. Ensuring compliance is difficult relevant technologies, taking into account all without robust international rights over those resources and to mechanisms. technologies, and by appropriate funding. c. International conventions establish a. Convention of Forest Management uniform benchmarks and regulations b. Earth Summit to guide national policies and industry c. Convention of Biological Diversity practices. d. ASEAN Summit d. Treaties foster accountability by requiring nations to report progress 7. Its objective is to contribute to the and adhere to commitments. management, conservation and sustainable development of forests and to provide for their 3. When did the United Nations Framework multiple and complementary functions and Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) uses. went into effect? a. Principles of Forest Management a. May 8, 1992 b. Earth Summit b. May 9, 1992 c. Convention of Biological Diversity c. March 21, 1994 d. ASEAN Summit d. March 24, 1994 8. It was an international agreement that aimed 4. The following are milestones and to reduce and limit greenhouse gases (GHG) achievements of the UNFCCC except: emissions in industrialized countries that a. Kyoto Protocol contribute to global warming. b. Paris Agreement a. Kyoto Protocol c. Global Climate Action Agenda b. Paris Agreement d. Green Climate Fund c. Global Climate Action Agenda d. Green Climate Fund 5. What is the other name for The United Nations Conference on Environment and Development 9. Which country never ratified the Kyoto (UNCED)? Protocol and is one of the largest contributor of a. World Summit greenhouse gases?  a. Germany 17. How many principles are there in the Rio b. USA Declaration? c. China a. 25 d. India b. 27 c. 30 10. Where did the Kyoto Protocol lack? d. 33 a. Strong enforcement and agreements b. Agreements and regulations 18. What union ratified the Kyoto Protocol? c. Strong enforcement and a. Asian Union mechanisms b. American Union d. Rules and regulations c. European Union d. African Union 11. What is the first step in forming an 19. The following are the Mechanisms of the Kyoto international treaty and convention? Protocol except: a. Signing a. International Emission Trading b. Ratification b. Clean Development Mechanism c. Implementation c. Joint Implementation d. Ratification d. Combined Implementation 12. What limitation talks about the developing 20. What was replaced by the Kyoto Protocol? nations often lack the resources to meet a. Kyoto Protocol obligations? b. Paris Agreement a. Voluntary Commitments c. Global Climate Action Agenda b. Inequity d. Green Climate Fund c. Monitoring d. Political Will 13. It is an international environmental treaty established on May 9, 1992. a. Kyoto Protocol b. Paris Agreement c. UNFCCC d. Green Climate Fund 14. Which key element does this fall under: UNFCCC aims to both reduce the impact of climate change and help vulnerable countries adapt to its effects? a. Common but Differentiated Responsibilities b. Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) c. Financial Support for Developing Countries d. Adaptation and Mitigation Goals 15. Where was the Earth Summit held? a. Stockholm, Sweden b. Berlin, Germany c. Madrid, Spain d. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 16. How many chapters are there in Agenda 21? a. 40 b. 45 c. 35 d. 30  PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA University of City of Manila College of Engineering Department of Electronics Engineering TREATIES AND CONVENTION QUIZ Reporters: Aquino, Deserie P. | Estido, Michael Lawrence P. Question 1: What is the primary goal of the Stockholm Convention? A) To promote industrial development B) To protect human health and the environment from Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) C) To regulate greenhouse gas emissions D) To enhance biodiversity Question 2: When was the Stockholm Convention adopted? A) 1990 B) 2001 C) 2004 D) 2010 Question 3: Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)? A) They are biodegradable. B) They accumulate in fatty tissues. C) They can cause serious health issues. D) They persist in the environment for long periods. Question 4: What does Annex A of the Stockholm Convention primarily address? A) The safe management of waste B) The reduction of unintentional releases C) The prohibition and elimination of intentionally produced POPs D) The listing of new POPs Question 5: What is the purpose of the Multilateral Fund established under the Montreal Protocol? A) To promote the use of fossil fuels B) To provide financial and technical assistance to developing countries C) To regulate international trade D) To support industrialization in developed countries  PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA University of City of Manila College of Engineering Department of Electronics Engineering TREATIES AND CONVENTION QUIZ Reporters: Aquino, Deserie P. | Estido, Michael Lawrence P. Question 6: Which substances are targeted for phase-out under the Montreal Protocol? A) Carbon dioxide B) Ozone-depleting substances (ODS) C) Heavy metals D) Plastics Question 7: What significant amendment was made to the Montreal Protocol in 2016? A) The Kigali Amendment to phase down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) B) The introduction of carbon taxes C) The addition of new ozone-depleting substances D) The establishment of a new environmental fund Question 8: How does the Montreal Protocol contribute to climate protection? A) By promoting the use of renewable energy B) By reducing greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to 135 gigatons of CO2 C) By regulating water quality D) By enhancing agricultural practices Question 9: Which article of the Stockholm Convention mandates the safe management of stockpiles containing POPs? A) Article 3 B) Article 8 C) Article 6 D) Article 10 Question 10: What is a key theme shared by both the Stockholm Convention and the Montreal Protocol? A) Focus on economic growth B) Promotion of fossil fuel use C) Regulation of agricultural practices D) Emphasis on international cooperation to address environmental issues  PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA University of City of Manila College of Engineering Department of Electronics Engineering TREATIES AND CONVENTION QUIZ Reporters: Aquino, Deserie P. | Estido, Michael Lawrence P. Question 11: What was a major consequence of stricter environmental regulations in industrialized countries in the 1980s? A) Reduced hazardous waste generation B) Increased hazardous waste exports to developing countries C) Decreased demand for hazardous waste disposal services D) A ban on hazardous waste transportation Question 12: Which ships were involved in the infamous incidents of hazardous waste transport in the 1980s? A) Albatross and Voyager B) Sea Eagle and Black Pearl C) Pelicano and Katrin B D) Horizon and Everest Question 13: When was the Basel Convention adopted? A) 1988 B) 1989 C) 1991 D) 1992 Question 14: What is the primary objective of the Basel Convention? A) To eliminate plastic waste B) To control climate change C) To protect human health and the environment from hazardous waste D) To regulate shipping routes Question 15: What is one of the specific goals of the Basel Convention regarding hazardous waste export? A) To increase the export of hazardous waste to developing countries B) To ensure hazardous waste is only exported to countries capable of managing it safely C) To encourage hazardous waste trade for economic growth D) To promote hazardous waste recycling  PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA University of City of Manila College of Engineering Department of Electronics Engineering TREATIES AND CONVENTION QUIZ Reporters: Aquino, Deserie P. | Estido, Michael Lawrence P. Question 16: How has the Basel Convention contributed to addressing e-waste? A) By promoting the illegal export of e-waste B) By encouraging the dumping of e-waste in landfills C) By addressing the environmentally sound management and recycling of e-waste D) By discouraging the recycling of e-waste Question 17: When did the Basel Convention become effective? A) 1991 B) 1993 C) 1992 D) 1994 Question 18: Which of the following is NOT an objective of the Basel Convention? A) Ensure environmentally sound management of hazardous waste B) Prevent illegal traffic in hazardous waste C) Reduce hazardous waste generation D) Promote the illegal trade of hazardous materials Question 19: What international body initiated the negotiations that led to the creation of the Basel Convention? A) World Health Organization (WHO) B) International Maritime Organization (IMO) C) United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) D) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Question 20: In what year did 103 containers of waste from Canada arrive in Manila? A) 2011 B) 2012 C) 2013 D) 2014  PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA University of City of Manila College of Engineering Department of Electronics Engineering ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT Reporters: Funtalva, Markdavid | Mangahas, Charles Ruiz | Reyes, Ralz Dioniben B. 1. What is the primary focus of pollution prevention? a. Treating pollutants after they are created b. Eliminating the creation of pollutants at the source c. Storing pollutants for later processing d. Disposing pollutants in landfills 2. Which of the following is NOT a method of pollution prevention? a. Source reduction b. Process efficiency c. Public awareness and education d. Increasing landfill capacity 3. What does green productivity combine to reduce environmental impact? a. Economic policies and trade laws b. Productivity and environmental management c. Technology and innovation only d. Marketing and public relations 4. What is a primary goal of life cycle assessment (LCA)? a. Maximize profit b. Assess environmental impacts across a product's life cycle c. Minimize production costs d. Increase brand recognition 5. The ‘Cradle-to-Cradle’ life cycle model promotes: a. Disposing of waste in landfills b. Recycling waste to create reusable materials c. Reducing energy consumption only d. Using natural resources without recycling 6. Which of the following is an example of process efficiency? a. Using single-use plastics b. Upgrading to energy-efficient equipment c. Ignoring waste by-products d. Adding pollutants to water systems 7. What is one key benefit of pollution prevention? a. Increased landfill usage b. Reduced compliance with regulations c. Lower costs of waste management d. Higher levels of pollution 8. The term ‘functional unit’ in LCA refers to: a. The size of the product b. The reference unit for scaling the product system c. The amount of waste generated by a product d. The number of units sold 9. Green productivity supports: a. Economic benefits only b. Environmental and economic balance c. Ignoring environmental costs for higher productivity d. Reducing wages to improve efficiency 10. The interpretation phase in LCA involves: a. Analyzing inventory data b. Defining goals and scope c. Reviewing conclusions and ensuring consistency d. Designing a new product 11. Cleaner production emphasizes: a. Treating waste after production b. Preventing waste generation at the source c. Disposing of waste efficiently d. Ignoring waste management policies 12. What is a significant barrier to implementing pollution prevention? a. Low costs of technology b. Resistance to change c. High public support d. Access to education programs 13. Which is NOT a principle of green productivity? a. Resource efficiency b. Waste minimization c. Continuous improvement d. Increasing environmental degradation 14. Which global initiative focuses on reducing plastic waste? a. Green Energy Revolution b. Plastic Pollution Coalition c. Clean Water Initiative d. Energy Conservation Movement 15. The term ‘cradle-to-gate’ in LCA refers to: a. Assessing a product until it is disposed of b. Assessing a product until it leaves the factory c. Analyzing the entire life cycle of a product d. Disposing of waste materials in landfills 16. What is an example of public awareness in pollution prevention? a. Recycling programs b. Increasing waste exports c. Building new landfills d. Burning excess waste 17. What is a major benefit of green productivity for businesses? a. Ignoring environmental laws b. Enhanced competitiveness in the market c. Increased carbon footprint d. Reduced workforce 18. Life Cycle Analysis is important for: a. Increasing production time b. Quantifying environmental impacts c. Reducing raw material extraction d. Ignoring greenhouse gas emissions 19. A common challenge in implementing green productivity is: a. High upfront costs b. Easy access to resources c. Supportive government policies d. Public enthusiasm 20. The goal of cleaner production is: a. To reduce waste and emissions b. To increase non-renewable energy use c. To prioritize profits over sustainability d. To promote single-use packaging  Environmental Science - CHE 0315 Mariveles, Rosh Jacob M. Valenzuela, Leanne Marie C. CHE 0315 | Engr. Peniel Jean Gildo BS ECE | Envi. Sci.: Group 10 Schedule: Friday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Environmental Management: UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), UN Millennium Development Goals (UN MDGs), and Sustainable Development (SD). 1. UN SDGs stands for A. United Nations Sustainable Development Goals B. United Nations Social Development Goals C. Universal Sustainability Development Goals D. United Nations Sustainable Development Guide Answer: A. United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 2. UN MDGs stands for A. United Nations Millennium Development Guide B. United Nations Millennium Development Goals C. United Nations Modern Development Goals D. United Nations Mission for Development Goals Answer: B. United Nations Millennium Development Goals 3. This best describes UN SDG Goal 1: A. It is about revitalizing the global partnership for sustainable development B. It is about conserving and sustainably using the oceans, seas and marine resources. C. It highlights eradication of extreme poverty for all people by 2030 D. It is about creating a world free of hunger by 2030 Answer: C. It highlights eradication of extreme poverty for all people by 2030 4. The UN MDG are goals that UN Member States have agreed to try to achieve by the year __. A. 2015 B. 2020 C. 2030 D. 2025 Answer: A. 2015 5. The UN SDG are set of __ interconnected goals agreed upon countries of United Nations  Environmental Science - CHE 0315 General Assembly in the year 2015. A. 15 B. 20 C. 17 D. 8 Answer: C. 17 6. This UN SDG refers to the promotion of inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment and decent work for all. A. UN SDG Goal 5 B. UN SDG Goal 2 C. UN SDG Goal 8 D. UN SDG Goal 1 Answer: C. Goal 8 7. What is the primary goal of sustainable development? A. Maximizing profits B. Meeting present needs without harming future generations C. Limiting population growth D. Promoting industrialization Answer: B. Meeting present needs without harming future generations 8. Which principle of sustainable development emphasizes resource efficiency? A. Precautionary Approach B. Intergenerational Equity C. Integration of Goals D. Resource Efficiency Answer: D. Resource Efficiency 9. When was the UN Conference on the Human Environment held? A. 1987 B. 1972 C. 1992 D. 2012 Answer: B. 1972 10. What key report introduced the modern definition of sustainable development? A. The Limits to Growth B. Agenda 21  Environmental Science - CHE 0315 C. The Brundtland Report D. The Earth Charter Answer: C. The Brundtland Report 11. What organization published the World Conservation Strategy? A. UNCED B. IUCN C. The Club of Rome D. UNEP Answer: B. IUCN 12. Which of the following is a major problem of consumerism? A. Promotion of biodiversity B. Reduction of waste C. Depletion of natural resources D. Emphasis on sustainability Answer: C. Depletion of natural resources 13. The Earth Summit is also known as: A. Rio+20 B. Agenda 21 C. UNCED D. Stockholm Conference Answer: C. UNCED 14. What concept focuses on fairness across generations? A. Participation and Inclusiveness B. Intergenerational Equity C. Resource Efficiency D. Precautionary Approach Answer: B. Intergenerational Equity 15. Which conference resulted in the Sustainable Development Goals? A. The Brundtland Report B. It integrates the principles of environmental consciousness into early education. C. The Earth Summit D. The Stockholm Conference Answer: B. It integrates the principles of environmental consciousness into early  Environmental Science - CHE 0315 education. 16. Why is sustainable development important in ECE? A. It promotes industrial skills in children. B. It integrates the principles of environmental consciousness into early education. C. It discourages creativity in classrooms. D. It focuses exclusively on academic achievement. Answer: B. It integrates the principles of environmental consciousness into early Education. 17. Goal 3 aims to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for people at different country in all ages. A. Goal 5 B. Goal 6 C. Goal 4 D. Goal 3 Answer: B. Goal 3 18. This is caused by human activities and threatens life on earth as we know it. With rising greenhouse gas emissions, which is occurring at rates much faster than anticipated. A. Climate change B. Climate action C. Pollutions D. Carbon emissions Answer: A. Climate change 19. This refers to the Goal 2 of UN MDG A. Developing a global partnership for development B. Combating HIV/AIDS, malaria, and other diseases C. Achieve Universal Primary Education D. End Poverty and Hunger Answer: C. Achieve Universal Primary Education 20. The United Nations Millennium Declaration was signed in ____________ and it commits world leaders to combat poverty, hunger, disease, illiteracy, environmental degradation, and discrimination against women. A. September 2000 B. September 2015 C. September 2005  Environmental Science - CHE 0315 D. September 2020 Answer: A. September 2000  Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila Gen. Luna Cor. Muralla St., Intramuros, Manila College of Engineering Electronics Engineering Department CHE 0315 - 3 Environmental Science and Engineering Toxic Substances, Hazardous, Nuclear Waste Quiz Group 1: Bucao, Faye Mari B. | Capili, Fleur Moriah C. | Tiay, Trisha Natalie A. Multiple Choice: 1. Effective for waste with high energy content, low moisture, and low ash content. a. Incineration b. Landfill c. Anaerobic Digestion d. Composting 2. What is the primary purpose of DAO 2013-22? a. To increase the production of hazardous waste b. To protect public health and the environment by managing hazardous waste responsibly c. To encourage companies to avoid using permits d. To promote the use of untreated hazardous waste in agriculture 3. RA 6969 prevents the Philippines from becoming a dumping ground for foreign toxic waste. a. True b. False 4. A Resin Code 6 plastic found in cups, plates, and electronics packaging. a. Polyvinyl Chloride b. Polypropylene c. Polystyrene d. Polyethylene Terephthalate 5. Under RA 6969, the law only applies to hazardous materials used in manufacturing and does not regulate hazardous waste disposal. a. True b. False 6. What is the list of chemicals that pose an unreasonable threat to public health and safety, environment, and workplace? a. Priority Chemical List b. Harmful Chemical Register c. Regulated Chemical List d. Important Chemical Register 7. What department enforces special reporting requirements that are applicable to the chemicals in the PCL? a. Department of b. Department of Environment and Natural Resources – Environmental Management Bureau  c. Department of Environment and Resources – Environmental Bureau d. Department of Environmental and Resources Management – Waste Management Division 8. Small incinerators focused on treating specific waste streams, such as medical waste. a. Compact b. Modular c. Industrial d. Portable 9. What is the thermochemical process that converts materials into syngas at high temperatures with limited oxygen? a. Combustion b. Gasification c. Incineration d. Pyrolysis 10. Which of the following is considered a recyclable waste type? a. Organic waste b. Construction debris c. Electronic waste d. Hazardous waste 11. What does DAO 2013-22 encourage to reduce the environmental impact of hazardous waste? a. Minimization, recycling, and reuse of hazardous waste b. Mixing hazardous waste with non-hazardous waste c. Dumping waste in remote areas d. Burning waste openly to reduce volume 12. The DENR - EMB issued what that prohibits, limits, or regulates the use, manufacture, import, transport, processing, storage, possession, and wholesale of those priority chemicals a. Chemical Order of Control b. Control of Chemical List c. Chemical Order Management d. Chemical Control Order 13. What is the range you would be fined if you “knowingly using a chemical substance or mixture which is imported, manufactured, processed or distributed in violation of RA 6969 or its IRR”? a. 400 php to 6,000 php b. 500 php to 8,000 php c. 600 php to 4,000 php d. None of the above 14. Which of the following is NOT a general requirement for application of CCO? a. Storage Requirements b. Driver’s License c. Labeling Requirements  d. Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements 15. What is the PCLs’ main purpose? a. To claim and deem chemicals unfit for the public b. To ensure that the chemicals aren’t unregulated c. To provide a list of chemicals that need a close eye on and strict regulation d. None of the above 16. Which of the following is NOT a general compound or grouped compound with CCO regulations? a. Asbestos b. Mercury and Mercury compounds c. Cyanide and Cyanide compounds d. Isopropyl 17. Which of the following is a key provision of RA 6969? a. Prohibition of plastic waste recycling b. Mandatory testing and monitoring of toxic substances c. Encouraging the importation of hazardous waste for disposal d. Removing restrictions on chemical exports 18. What is the ideal Carbon-to-Nitrogen (C/N) ratio for effective composting? a. 10:1 b. 24-30:1 c. 50:1 d. 75:1 19. What is the main purpose of Republic Act No. 6969? a. To regulate the use of renewable energy sources b. To control and manage toxic substances and hazardous waste c. To promote wildlife conservation d. To encourage public health initiatives 20. What is landfill leachate? a. Water that is clean and safe to drink b. Liquid formed when rainwater filters through waste, containing pollutants c. Methane and carbon dioxide generated from waste decomposition, with methane being a potential energy source and a greenhouse gas d. The process of composting organic materials  PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA University of City of Manila Gen. Luna Cor. Muralla St., Intramuros, Manila College of Engineering Department of Electronics Engineering SOLID AND HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT QUIZ Reporters: Cabanban, Carl Justine P. | David, Antonio III | Echevarria, Airish Leigh O. 1. Which of the following solid waste sources contributes the least percentage in the Philippines? a. Municipal or Residential Waste b. Commercial Waste c. Industrial Waste d. Institutional waste 2. Hazardous waste and electronic waste are considered as: a. Residual waste b. Compostable wastes c. Recyclable wastes d. Special wastes 3. Which of the following processes uses oxygen to treat solid and hazardous waste? a. Biological b. Anaerobic Digestion c. Mechanical-Biological (MB) d. Composting 4. It is an Act providing for an ecological solid waste management program, creating the necessary institutional mechanisms, declaring certain prohibited acts. a. Republic Act No. 9003 b. Republic Act No. 9512 c. Republic Act No. 8749 d. Republic Act No. 9275 5. What is the percentage contribution of residential waste in the Philippines? a. 60% b. 58% c. 59% d. 57%  6. Primarily responsible for the implementation and enforcement of the provisions of this Act within their respective jurisdiction. a. National Solid Waste Management Commission b. National Ecological Center c. Environmental Cooperatives or Associations d. LGU Solid Waste Management Boards 7. Hazardous waste or certain industrial by-products, require ____________ methods to neutralize or detoxify hazardous components before disposal. a. Specialized Treatment b. Biological Treatment c. Mechanical-Biological Treatment d. Anaerobic Treatment 8. Materials discarded from social, charitable, educational and government services. a. Municipal or Residential Waste b. Commercial Waste c. Industrial Waste d. Institutional waste 9. Which term characterized a landfill? a. A site for the disposal of waste materials b. A method of disposing the wastes on land, by which the wastes are compacted and covered at the end of each day. c. An option in which small LGUs can pool their resources into setting up a common solid waste disposal facility. d. All of the above 10. Which of the following solid waste composition contributes the highest percentage in the Philippines? a. Residual waste b. Compostable wastes c. Recyclable wastes d. Special wastes 11. They are tasked to facilitate training on integrated ecological solid waste management through “education, replication, and advocacy programs, as well as give expert assistance in pilot modeling of solid waste management facilities. a. National Solid Waste Management Commission b. National Ecological Center c. Environmental Cooperatives or Associations d. LGU Solid Waste Management Boards  12. It means to cut back on the amount of trash we generate. a. Reduce b. Reuse c. Recycle d. Recover 13. This waste can be liquid, semi-solid or contain gaseous material. a. Hazardous Waste b. Solid Waste c. Food Waste d. Organic Waste 14. Materials are considered as solid waste if it is: I. Inherently waste-like II. Abandoned III. Recycled IV. Reduced a. I and II b. II only c. I, II, and III d. All of these 15. The Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2002 was passed by the Congress and Senate in December 2000 and signed by President ______ a. Joseph Estrada b. Benigno Aquino III c. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo d. Fidel V. Ramos 16. Which of the following is not true about hazardous waste? a. Waste with properties that make it dangerous or capable of having a harmful effect on human health or the environment. b. This waste includes paper, packaging materials, food waste and other discarded items c. Generated from many sources, ranging from industrial manufacturing process wastes to batteries and may come in many forms, including liquids, solids gases, and sludges d. Materials that pose a risk to human health or the environment due to their toxic, flammable, corrosive or reactive nature 17. These are solid waste materials that are non-compostable and non-recyclable. a. Residual waste b. Compostable wastes c. Recyclable wastes d. Special wastes  18. An inter-agency body that oversees the implementation of solid waste management plans and policies in the Philippines. a. National Solid Waste Management Commission b. National Ecological Center c. Environmental Cooperatives or Associations d. LGU Solid Waste Management Boards 19. Fruit and vegetable peelings are _______ wastes a. Recyclable b. Compostable c. Residual d. Special 20. This is also known as waste-to-energy process. a. Anaerobic Digestion b. Mechanical-Biological (MB) c. Incineration d. Recycle  PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA University of the City of Manila College of Engineering and Technology Department of Electronics Engineering Nuclear Disaster Group 12 Acob, Marielle Mikaela A. Pangiliinan, Ram Russel C. 1. What was the main design flaw of the RBMK reactor that contributed to the Chernobyl accident? A) Lack of cooling system B) Positive void coefficient C) Inability to control output D) Insufficient backup power 2. Which radioactive materials were released into the atmosphere during the Chernobyl disaster? A) Iodine-131, Cesium-137, and Strontium-90 B) Uranium-238 Xenon-135 and Plutonium-239 C) Radon-222 , Krypton-85 and Neptunium-239 D) Helium-4, Lithium-7 and Hydrogen-3 3. Which health issue showed a significant increase after the Chernobyl disaster? A) Lung cancer B) Thyroid cancer C) Skin cancer D) Heart disease 4. How did the Chernobyl disaster influence global nuclear safety and reactor design? A) It led to a complete ban on nuclear energy in Europe B) It prompted the modification of RBMK reactor designs, improved control rods, and strengthened international nuclear safety protocols C) It resulted in no significant changes in nuclear policy D) It caused countries to abandon nuclear power altogether in favor of renewable energy sources 5. What was the estimated financial cost of the Fukushima disaster? A) $50 billion B) $100 billion C) $200 billion D) $300 billion 6. Which reactor experienced a core meltdown first at the Fukushima plant? A) Reactor 2 B) Reactor 1 C) Reactor 4 D) Reactor 3 7. What natural disaster triggered the Fukushima Daiichi disaster in 2011? A) Earthquake and tsunami B) Typhoon C) Volcanic eruption D) Landslide 8. How many reactors were at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant? A) Four  B) Eight C) Ten D) Six 9. Where is the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant located? A) Tokyo B) Ōkuma C) Sendai D) Hokkaido 10. What was the height of the tsunami that struck the Fukushima plant? A) 10 meters B) 5 meters C) 14 meters D) 20 meters 11. What change occurred in global nuclear safety after Chernobyl? A) More reactors were built B) Stricter safety standards C) Nuclear energy was banned D) No changes were made 12. Where was the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant located? A) Near Kyiv, Ukraine B) Near Lviv, Ukraine C) Near Moscow, Russia D) Near Pripyat, Ukraine 13. What type of reactor design did the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant use? A) PWR (Pressurized Water Reactor) B) BWR (Boiling Water Reactor) C) RBMK (Reaktor Bolshoy Moshchnosti Kanalny) D) FBR (Fast Breeder Reactor) 14. Which reactor at the Chernobyl plant was the site of the disaster? A) Reactor No. 1 B) Reactor No. 3 C) Reactor No. 4 D) Reactor No. 2 15. What long-term consequence did the Three Mile Island disaster have on nuclear energy policy in the U.S.? A) The U.S. significantly increased nuclear power plants B) Nuclear power development stagnated, and many reactors were delayed or shut down C) Nuclear energy was completely banned in the U.S. D) No changes were made to nuclear energy policies 16. What was the main cause of public concern after the Three Mile Island accident? A) Radiation levels exceeding safe limits B) Widespread panic and misinformation C) Severe environmental damage D) Physical harm to plant workers 17. Which group of people was initially evacuated from the area around Three Mile Island? A) All residents  B) Elderly People C) Only plant workers D) Pregnant women and young children 18. What was the main cause of the partial reactor meltdown at Three Mile Island? A) Human error and mechanical failure B) A tsunami C) Reactor design flaw D) Terrorist attack 19. What type of reactors were at the Three Mile Island Nuclear Generating Station? A) Boiling Water Reactors (BWR) B) Pressurized Water Reactors (PWR) C) Gas-Cooled Reactors (GCR) D) Fast Breeder Reactors (FBR) 20. Which of the following caused the initial malfunction at Three Mile Island? A) Earthquake B) Malfunction in the secondary cooling system C) Cyber attack D) Nuclear explosion Key Answers: 1. B 2. A 3. B 4. B 5. C 6. B 7. A 8. D 9. B 10. C 11. B 12. D 13. C 14. C 15. B 16. B 17. D 18. A 19. B  PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA University of City of Manila College of Engineering Department of Electronics Engineering CHE 0315 - ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT GROUP 8 Apaitan, Xeanna Gwyn O. Baradi, Zander John M. Bayla, Charlaine Ann V. DIRECTION: Answer the following multiple-choice questions by selecting the letter of the correct answer. 1. What does PEISS stand for? a. Philippine Environmental Impact System b. Philippine Environmental Impact Statement System c. Philippine Environmental Standards System d. Philippine Environmental Institutional System 2. What is the main goal of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)? a. To increase industrialization b. To evaluate and mitigate environmental impacts c. To eliminate regulatory requirements d. To ensure faster project approvals 3. Which of the following is an example of an Environmentally Critical Project (ECP)? a. Golf courses b. Wildlife preserves c. National parks d. Major power plants 4. What document certifies compliance with environmental standards in the PEISS? a. Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) b. Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) c. Environmental Risk Assessment (ERA) d. Environmental Guarantee Fund (EGF) 5. Under which Presidential Decree was the PEISS established? a. PD 1151 b. PD 1586 1|Page E N V I R O NM E N TA L M A N A G E M E N T  PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA University of City of Manila College of Engineering Department of Electronics Engineering c. PD 9275 d. PD 6969 6. What is the purpose of the Environmental Guarantee Fund (EGF)? a. To finance community outreach programs b. To fund environmental monitoring activities c. To cover costs of rehabilitation for damages caused by the project d. To pay EIA consultants 7. Which law addresses water pollution and complements the PEISS? a. RA 8749 b. RA 9275 c. RA 6969 d. RA 1586 8. What is required for projects classified as Environmentally Critical Projects (ECPs)? a. Scoping only b. Submission of an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) c. Direct approval from the Local Government Unit (LGU) d. Immediate start of construction 9. Which organization is primarily responsible for evaluating EIS documents? a. Department of Public Works and Highways b. Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) c. Local Government Units (LGU) d. Environmental Impact Statement Review Board 10. What is a key requirement for EIS preparation? a. It must be prepared by DENR staff. b. It must only consider economic benefits. c. It must be signed by licensed professionals. d. It must be reviewed solely by the project proponent. 11. What is the role of the Multi-partite Monitoring Team (MMT)? a. Conduct environmental baseline studies b. Approve the issuance of ECCs c. Monitor compliance with ECC conditions d. Provide legal assistance to proponents 2|Page E N V I R O NM E N TA L M A N A G E M E N T  PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA University of City of Manila College of Engineering Department of Electronics Engineering 12. What does ISO 14001 provide? a. Guidelines for air and water pollution control b. A framework for Environmental Management Systems (EMS) c. Policies on wildlife preservation d. International trade standards 13. Which of the following is an Environmentally Critical Area (ECA)? a. Iron and steel mills b. Major dams c. Wildlife sanctuaries d. Petroleum industries 14. What is the purpose of the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE)? a. To grant project exemptions from the EIA process b. To assess significant environmental impacts of large-scale projects c. To evaluate projects with low to moderate potential environmental impacts d. To monitor project compliance after implementation 15. What is the significance of the Environmental Monitoring Fund (EMF)? a. To cover penalties for environmental violations b. To fund the preparation of EIAs c. To support monitoring of ECC compliance d. To compensate communities affected by projects 16. Which law regulates air pollution in the Philippines? a. RA 8749 b. RA 9275 c. RA 6969 d. PD 1586 17. What is the main goal of the Environmental Management Plan (EMP)? a. To summarize project expenses b. To outline strategies for mitigating project impacts c. To analyze economic feasibility d. To manage stakeholder engagement 3|Page E N V I R O NM E N TA L M A N A G E M E N T  PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA University of City of Manila College of Engineering Department of Electronics Engineering 18. Who grants or denies the issuance of ECCs? a. EMB Central and Regional Offices b. Multi-partite Monitoring Team c. Local Government Units d. Environmental NGOs 19. What aspect is primarily evaluated in an Environmental Risk Assessment (ERA)? a. Socioeconomic impacts b. Hazards and vulnerabilities of a project c. Feasibility of project costs d. Legal compliance 20. How does ISO 14001 benefit industries like Electronics and Communications Engineering (ECE)? a. By minimizing environmental impacts of projects b. By eliminating regulatory requirements c. By promoting industrial secrecy d. By discouraging community participation 4|Page E N V I R O NM E N TA L M A N A G E M E N T  PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA University of City of Manila College of Engineering Department of Electronics Engineering Chemical and Oil Spill Disasters Reporters: Balcos, Adrian Gabriel T.|Martin, Anilov P. Question 1: This law was enacted due to the events happening in the Prince William Sound area in alaska A.Clean water act of 9275 B. Oil pollution act of 1990 C.Oil exploration and development act of 1972 D.Superfund Question 2: A cause of natural oil leaks that occurs underneath the ocean sea floor A.Oil seeps B.Oil vacuums C.Oil springs D.Tar pits Question 3: The following are some mandates that the OPA brings except: A..Broadening enforcement authority B. Enhancing federal response capability C. Significantly broadening financial responsibility requirements D. Selecting appropriate oil trade routes Question 4: These two chemicals were detected at high levels in the homes of residents of Love canal. A.Benzene and Chloroform B.Benzene and Methyl isocyanate C.Hydrogen Chloride and Chloroform D.Methyl isocyanate and Chloroform Question 5:The company originally responsible for the events in Love Canal A.Occidental Chemical Corporation B.Exxon Mobil Corporation C.Hooker Chemical Company D.Union Carbide  PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA University of City of Manila College of Engineering Department of Electronics Engineering Chemical and Oil Spill Disasters Reporters: Balcos, Adrian Gabriel T.|Martin, Anilov P. Question 6: What caused the Love Canal to fail? A.Consistent storms damaged the construction of the canal B.Greedy companies fought over the land, causing legal problems that limited its construction C.The initial funding for the construction of the canal was not enough D.Toxic chemicals and waste were found underneath the Canal Question 7: The coverage of the oil spill in the Exxon Valdez incident span over___ , A.1300 miles B.1000 miles C.1500 miles D.500 miles Question 8: Type of chemical spill that requires multiple treatment processes to clean up. A.Biological Spill B.Large Chemical spill C.Simple Spill D.Complex Spill Question 9: What material did the Hooker Chemical company use to cover the love canal? A.asphalt B. Cement concrete C. Construction Aggregate D. Clay lining Question 10: What did the Exxon Valdez ship hit that caused it to sink? A. Oil polluted waters B. Bligh Reef C. Rip currents D. Iceberg  PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA University of City of Manila College of Engineering Department of Electronics Engineering Chemical and Oil Spill Disasters Reporters: Balcos, Adrian Gabriel T.|Martin, Anilov P. Question 11: What organic compound is leaked in the Bhopal gas incident? A) Biphenyl B) Methyl isocyanate C) Phosgene D) Methylamine Question 12: What type of chemical reaction occurred inside the MIC tank of Bhopal gas incident? A) Synthesis B) Endothermic C) Exothermic D) Decomposition Question 13: What liquid storage tank leaked MIC? A) E611 B) E610 C) E615 D) E619 Question 14: What was the primary cause of the Bhopal gas tragedy? A) A nuclear reactor meltdown at a power plant B) An oil refinery explosion causing toxic fumes C) Accidental release of carbon monoxide from a steel factory D) Leakage of methyl isocyanate gas from a pesticide plant Question 15: Which company was responsible for operating the pesticide plant involved in the Bhopal Gas Tragedy of 1984? A) Dow Chemical B) Union Carbide Corporation C) Monsanto D) Bayer AG Question 16: What was the primary environmental issue in the 1987 Koko Toxic Waste Incident in Nigeria? A) Spillage of oil into the Niger Delta  PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA University of City of Manila College of Engineering Department of Electronics Engineering Chemical and Oil Spill Disasters Reporters: Balcos, Adrian Gabriel T.|Martin, Anilov P. B) Dumping of radioactive waste in a river C) Discharge of untreated sewage into the ocean D) Illegal dumping of toxic waste from Europe Question 17: In the 1987 Koko Toxic Waste Incident, which European country was implicated in illegally exporting toxic waste to Nigeria? A. Italy B. France C. United Kingdom D. Germany Question 18: What was the main toxic substance involved in the Koko Toxic Waste Incident in Nigeria? A. Asbestos B. Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) C. Radioactive waste D. Mercury Question 19: How did the Koko Toxic Waste Incident impact Nigeria's environmental policy? A. It led to stricter regulations on the disposal of domestic waste B. It prompted Nigeria to ban all industrial activity near coastal areas C. It led to the development of laws against the import of hazardous waste D. It resulted in the construction of toxic waste incinerators across the country Question 20: What was the immediate environmental consequence of the spillage in the Koko Toxic Waste Incident? A. Large-scale contamination of local water sources and soil B. Widespread air pollution from the burning of the waste C. Destruction of marine life along Nigeria's coastline D. The development of toxic gas clouds over the city of Koko  PAMANTASAN NG LUNGSOD NG MAYNILA University of City of Manila College of Engineering Department of Electronics Engineering JAPANESE DISEASES QUIZ Reporters: Funtalva, Markdavid | Mangahas, Charles Ruiz | Reyes, Ralz Dioniben B. 1. What is the primary cause of Itai-Itai disese? a) Lead poisoning b) Cadmium poisoning c) Mercury poisoning d) Arsenic poisoning 2. Which River was associated with the pollution that led to Itai-Itai disease? a) Minamata River b) Jinzu River c) Yodo River d) Fuji River 3. What type of poisoning causes Minamata disease? a) Cadmium poisoning b) Lead poisoning c) Methylmercury poisoning d) Sulfur dioxide poisoning 4. What company was responsible for the Minamata disease disaster? a) Mitsubishi b) Chisso Corporation c) Sony Corporation d) Kawasaki Heavy Industries 5. What is one of the main symptoms of Minamata disease? a) Bronchial asthma b) Loss of sensation in hands and feet c) Kidney failure d) Bone fractures 6. Yokkaichi asthma was primarily caused by exposure to which pollutant? a) Sulfur dioxide b) Carbon monoxide c) Lead d) Cadmium 7. In what year was Minamata disease officially linked to Chisso Corporation? a) 1956 b) 1968 c) 1950 d) 1972 8. What technological advancement helped manage Yokkaichi asthma in a case study? a) Ultraviolet air purifiers b) Vibrating mesh nebulizer c) Inhaled corticosteroids d) Steam inhalation therapy 9. Which law was introduced in Japan in 1968 to regulate pollution? a) Clean Air Act b) Soot and Smoke Regulation Law c) Environmental Protection Act d) Air Quality Control Law 10. Where was the first case of Minamata disease discovered? a) Tokyo Prefecture b) Kumamoto Prefecture c) Osaka Prefecture d) Kyoto Prefecture 11. What is the amount of compensation provided to each Yokkaichi asthma victim? a) 18,000,000 yen b) 16,000,000 yen c) 8,000,000 yen d) 6,000,000 yen 12. Yokkaichi is famous as the town of _______? a) gas emissions b) air pollution c) asthma d) petroleum 13. Which part of the body is primarily affected by Itai-Itai disease? a. Liver and lungs b. Bones and kidneys c. Heart and brain d. Skin and eyes 14. Which of the following is NOT a symptom of the Yokkaichi asthma. a) chronic cough b) chest tightness c) vomiting d) wheezing 15. What year is the introduction of total emission control? a) 1970 b) 1971 c) 1907 d) 1917 16. It is a disorder of the central nervous system and which is a typical example of the pollution-related health damage in Japan. a) Minamata Disease b) Itai-Itai Disease c) Ebola Outbreak d) Yokkaichi Asthma 17. What phenomenon exacerbated air pollution in Yokkaichi, leading to Yokkaichi asthma? a. Acid rain b. Smog buildup c. Down-draught phenomenon d. Global warming 18. How was methylmercury from the Chisso Corporation introduced into Minamata Bay? a. Through contaminated rice fields b. Through wastewater discharge c. Through industrial air emissions d. Through agricultural pesticides 19. What does the term "Itai-Itai" mean in Japanese? a. "Pain and sorrow" b. "It hurts, it hurts" c. "Burning pain" d. "Severe illness" 20. Which of the following is the main source of cadmium contamination that led to Itai-Itai Disease? a. Air pollution from factories b. Agricultural pesticide residues c. Contaminated water from mining activities d. Radioactive waste in water