"Introduction to Environmental Science" Review Game

What is environmental science?

• Environmental science is the study of astrology
• Environmental science is the study of the interactions between the physical, chemical, and biological components of the environment.
• Environmental science is the study of cooking techniques
• Environmental science is the study of fashion trends

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Why is environmental science important?

• Environmental science is important for understanding the impact of human activities on the environment, finding solutions to environmental issues, and promoting sustainable practices.
• Environmental science promotes harmful practices
• Environmental science has no impact on human activities
• Environmental science is only important for academic purposes

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What is an ecosystem?

• An ecosystem is a term used only in astronomy.
• An ecosystem is a man-made structure with no living organisms.
• An ecosystem is a single organism in a specific environment.
• An ecosystem is a community of living organisms in conjunction with the nonliving components of their environment, interacting as a system.

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What is biodiversity?

• Biodiversity is the variety of life forms on Earth.
• Biodiversity is the study of rocks
• Biodiversity is the variety of weather patterns
• Biodiversity is the process of photosynthesis

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Why is biodiversity important?

• Biodiversity is only important for aesthetic reasons
• Biodiversity is important for ecosystem services, human health, cultural values, and ecosystem resilience.
• Biodiversity does not contribute to human health
• Biodiversity has no impact on ecosystems

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Which of these is a major threat to biodiversity?

• Alien invasion
• Climate change
• Habitat destruction
• Overpopulation

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What is conservation?

• Wasting resources
• Destroying ecosystems
• Ignoring environmental issues
• Preserving, protecting, and managing natural resources

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Which of these is a sustainable practice?

• Burning fossil fuels
• Deforestation
• Recycling, using renewable energy sources, and reducing waste
• Using single-use plastics

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What is air pollution?

• The presence of harmful substances in the air that can cause harm to living organisms and the environment.
• The color of the sky
• A type of music genre
• The smell of fresh flowers

What are some sources of air pollution?

• Vehicle emissions, industrial activities, burning of fossil fuels, agricultural activities, waste disposal
• Public transportation
• Solar energy
• Household cleaning products

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