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An in-depth exploration of various environmental topics, focusing on the impacts of air pollution, causes of climate change, non-renewable energy sources, renewable energy, and sustainability solutions. It includes questions, concepts, and explanations about the ozone layer depletion, greenhouse gas emissions, natural gas, stationary sources of air pollution, the kyoto protocol, renewable and non-renewable energy sources, air pollution levels, historical and current temperature changes, the future of living resources, the united states' energy policy, human impact on the environment, and the energy policy act of 1992.
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Which of the following is an effect of ozone layer depletion?
Levels of lead, radon or asbestos increase.
Bodies of water become acidic, disrupting ecosystems.
There is an increased rate of skin cancer.
Emphysema, asthma and bronchitis are more prevalent.
Impacts of Air Pollution
What increasing greenhouse gas is of particular concern because it is so potent?
Causes of Climate Change
Current climate change is occurring because.
Ozone
Methane
Nitrogen
Which of the following describes a stationary source of air pollution?
Methane is among the digestive gases emitted by cattle on a nearby farm.
The dry cleaner in town has been in business for 45 years.
Paul takes his motorcycle for a drive around the lake.
Car exhaust from tourists’ vehicles is a concern for many in the community.
Air Pollution 6
Choose the statement about the Kyoto Protocol that is FALSE.
The Kyoto Protocol has been in force in the United States since 2012.
In 1997, many United Nations countries agreed to reduce greenhouse gases.
To track progress, an emphasis was placed on improvement methods and emissions data.
The agreement would only slightly lower climate change impacts but it was seen as a start.
Efforts to Address Climate Change
Cassie pulled the boat onto the ice and adjusted its sails. Once she got started she would be able to steer, change direction and control her speed with a few twists of the ropes. Giving the boat a mighty heave across the ice, Cassie jumped in. What kind of energy will Cassie use to power the boat?
Hydroelectric
Wind
Geothermal
Air Pollution
Air pollution levels remain fairly consistent across the country.
Natural sources contribute over half of air pollution emissions.
Lead in the atmosphere is the result of refrigeration and using aerosol sprays.
Mobile sources are non-point sources of air pollution.
Throughout Earth’s history, there have been warmer periods and colder periods. These temperature changes have had significant impacts on the planet.
Choose the statement below that best describes the difference between historical temperature changes and current temperature changes.
Climate Change
Which of the following statements is true considering the future of living resources on Earth?
In the past, temperature change was attributed to changes in the atmosphere, while today much of it is attributed to the sun’s waning energy output.
Current warming of the planet is occurring faster than any other known temperature increase.
Current temperatures have been steadily rising for the last 250 years, and, historically, temperatures both rose and fell.
Historical temperature changes were abrupt while current changes have been very gradual.
It is inherently difficult for scientists to predict long-term environmental impacts.
Technology has already been developed that will help scientists mitigate future concerns.
The overexploitation of plant and animal species has been largely corrected.
Non-Renewable Energy Renewable Energy Energy
Renewable energy is often called “green,” “clean” or “sustainable” energy.
Approximately 90% of global energy comes from renewable sources.
Non-renewable energy sources are mostly made of carbons.
Non-renewable energy sources will eventually be depleted or prohibitively costly to retrieve.
Which of the following statements about human impact on the environment is true?
Human Impacts & Solutions
Efforts to reduce pollution are part of the sustainability movement. Choose the item that is NOT a goal aimed at reducing pollution.
Monitoring and control disease-related pollutants
Creating policies that limit the number of children families can have
Controlling erosion so that soil doesn’t flow into waterways
Growing crops without the use of pesticides and fertilizers
Pesticides and fertilizer use permanently destroy the soil.
Urban development is less damaging to the environment than agriculture.
All environmental issues are worsened by a growing population.
Most environmental issues are separate issues and do not affect one another.
Transportation
Residential and commercial buildings
Agriculture
Causes of Climate Change 17
Select the TRUE statement about the Energy Policy Act of 1992.
To set goals for greenhouse gas reductions and provided funding for research in alternative fuels
Required the federal government to list stationary or mobile source pollutants that could endanger public health
Required the federal government to assess the environmental impacts of any government action or project
Established a reserve of oil in the United States in order to prevent gasoline shortages
Efforts to Address Air Pollution Efforts to Address Energy Issues Environmental Policy Efforts to Address Climate Change
Select the energy source that is non-renewable.
A dam converts running water into electricity.
A natural gas stove allows chefs to adjust the flame during cooking.
Algae is made into biodiesel.
A solar farm produces electricity for 2,000 homes.
Energy Renewable Energy Non-Renewable Energy
Which of the following is a voluntary environmental risk?
Samantha uncovers a wasp nest while painting the eaves.
Duane moves to a city with heavy amounts of air pollution.
Dwight develops cancer after working in the petrochemical industry.
Several people fall ill after eating the spinach salad at a restaurant.
Looking Forward
The Clean Air Act of 1970 established all of the following EXCEPT a requirement that.
Efforts to Address Air Pollution
Choose the action that is NOT associated with the sustainability movement.
the EPA list harmful pollutants
state governments monitor air pollution levels
the EPA set performance standards for industrial pollution
automobile manufacturers reduce emissions
Sustainability and Solutions
A homeowner tends trees in his yard to ensure they will provide maximum benefits for future generations.
A restaurant in a large U.S. city imports truffles from France to support international trade.
A farmer replaces aging water infrastructures on his farm to ensure long- term access to safe drinking water.
A young woman finds a place to live very near to her downtown office building and walks or cycles to work each day.
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