M7 IQ4 Quiz

What is the primary source of greenhouse gases in Australia?

• Agriculture

• Electricity production

• Land clearing

• Household waste

Answer explanation

The primary source of greenhouse gases in Australia is electricity production, which contributes significantly to the country's emissions.

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Which of the following is NOT a way to reduce transport emissions?

• Increasing the use of fossil fuels

• Increasing the use of public transport

• Using low-emission vehicles

• Using more efficient cars

Answer explanation

Increasing the use of fossil fuels would not reduce transport emissions, as it contributes to higher emissions instead of reducing them.

How can heating and cooling emissions be reduced?

• Using more electrical appliances

• Clearing more land

• Increasing heating temperatures

• Using renewable energy

Answer explanation

Using renewable energy can help reduce heating and cooling emissions by providing a cleaner and more sustainable source of power.

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What is a mitigation strategy for reducing household waste emissions?

• Clearing more land

• Using more electrical appliances

• Reducing organic material directed to landfill

• Increasing the use of plastics

Answer explanation

Reducing organic material directed to landfill is a mitigation strategy for reducing household waste emissions.

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What is the purpose of geo-engineering?

• To increase greenhouse gas emissions

• To modify Earth's natural systems

• To increase fossil fuel usage

• To reduce the use of renewable energy

Answer explanation

The purpose of geo-engineering is to modify Earth's natural systems.

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Which of the following is an example of an alternative energy source?

• Petroleum

• Natural gas

• Coal

• Wind power

Answer explanation

Wind power is an example of an alternative energy source, unlike petroleum, natural gas, and coal which are fossil fuels.

What is an adaptation strategy in agriculture?

• Increasing the use of fossil fuels

• Developing heat-adapted crops

• Clearing more land

• Using more water

Answer explanation

An adaptation strategy in agriculture involves developing heat-adapted crops to withstand changing climate conditions, rather than increasing the use of fossil fuels, clearing more land, or using more water.

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How can urban design help mitigate greenhouse gas emissions?

• By increasing the use of cars

• By reducing the use of renewable energy

• By facilitating better public transport

• By increasing the use of fossil fuels

Answer explanation

By facilitating better public transport

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What is the role of Indigenous Australians in managing greenhouse gas emissions?

• Maintaining forests and conserving water

• Using more electrical appliances

• Clearing more land

• Increasing fossil fuel usage

Answer explanation

Indigenous Australians play a role in managing greenhouse gas emissions by maintaining forests and conserving water, which helps in carbon sequestration and reducing emissions.

What is the benefit of using appliances with high energy ratings?

• Increasing greenhouse gas emissions

• Clearing more land

• Reducing greenhouse gas emissions

• Increasing the use of fossil fuels

Answer explanation

Using appliances with high energy ratings reduces greenhouse gas emissions by consuming less energy, leading to a more environmentally friendly choice.

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