Environmental Issues Quiz

What is the main purpose of the Republic Act 9003?

• To promote illegal logging

• To manage solid waste in the country

• To encourage mining activities

• To regulate agricultural practices

What type of waste is classified as e-waste?

• Organic garden waste

• Plastic bottles

• Electronic waste like computers and cellphones

• Food waste

Which of the following is a consequence of illegal logging?

• Soil erosion and flooding

• Improved air quality

• Enhanced agricultural productivity

• Increased biodiversity

What does waste segregation involve?

• Separating biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste

• Burning waste materials

• Combining all types of waste

• Transporting waste to landfills

What is a significant effect of climate change mentioned in the text?

• Lower sea levels

• Severe weather events like typhoons

• Increased forest cover

• Decreased population growth

What is the definition of biodegradable waste?

• Waste that is hazardous

• Waste that can be recycled

• Waste that can break down naturally

• Waste that cannot decompose

Which of the following is NOT a type of greenhouse gas?

• Oxygen

• Nitrous Oxide

• Methane

• Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

What is the main focus of the DENR?

• To promote illegal mining

• To encourage deforestation

• To manage and protect natural resources

• To increase waste production

What is residual waste?

• Waste that is easily biodegradable

• Non-compostable and non-recyclable waste

• Waste that can be recycled

• Waste that can be composted

What is the main cause of deforestation mentioned in the text?

• Natural disasters

• Increased rainfall

• Illegal logging and agricultural expansion

• Urban development