ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE REVIEW

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What environmental calamity limits the number of geothermal power plants despite their advantages?

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The presence of volcanic quakes

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Geothermal energy is one of the renewable sources of energy that humans can explore in generating electricity. Which is the CORRECT statement about geothermal energy?

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It is the heat energy present in the interior of the Earth.

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What is the core challenge faced by the Philippines in balancing economic growth and environmental sustainability?

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Prioritizing environmental protection at the expense of all economic activities

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When evaluating the effectiveness of a government policy aimed at balancing economic growth and environmental protection, what is most important?

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The long-term impact on both economic and environmental indicators.

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In the context of environmental governance, what is most likely to lead to a sustainable balance between industrial growth and environmental conservation?

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Implementing policies that require environmental impact assessments before major projects

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Which Republic act aims to regulate, restrict, or prohibit the importation, manufacture, processing, sale, distribution, use, and disposal of chemical substances and other harmful mixtures that pose unreasonable risks to human health?

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RA 6969

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Which Presidential Decree (PD) is associated with the creation of an environmental impact statement (EIS) for projects that could significantly affect the environment, ensuring socio-economic development proceeds sustainably?

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PD 1586

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Which Republic Act aims to protect the Philippines' water bodies from pollution caused by land-based sources such as industries, commercial establishments, agriculture, and household activities?

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Clean Water Act of 2004

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Navotas City observes a decline in fish populations and an increase in marine debris. Local waste management violations: Improper disposal (60%), Illegal fishing (25%), Industrial discharge (10%), Other (5%). Which ordinance addresses the primary cause?

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The Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000.

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Philippine government is considering implementing a carbon tax to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the energy sector. A carbon tax would impose a fee on businesses and industries based on the amount of carbon dioxide (CO₂) they emit. Which argument BEST supports the implementation of a carbon tax in the Philippines?

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A carbon tax will incentivize the shift towards cleaner energy sources and promote energy efficiency.