Human Impacts on Earth's Systems Unit Test

Carlos has made a list of nonrenewable natural resources. Which two resources do not belong on his list?

• A. oil

• B. sunlight

• C. coal

• D. wind

Why would the forest area change like this?

Pick TWO

• A. The world population has increased.

• B. The world population has decreased.

• C. Growing crops has become more efficient.

• D. More land is needed to grow crops.

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The world's largest freshwater resource is found in (a)   . The world's smallest freshwater resource is found in (b)   .

• Ice and Snow
• Rivers
• Fresh Groundwater
• Permafrost

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The picture shows several energy sources. Select the energy sources that are renewable or come from renewable sources.

• A. electric wires

• B. solar panels

• C. sunlight

Which picture shows the best placement of solar panels for collecting the maximum amount of solar energy?

• W

• X

• Y

• Z

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The air quality in this city is hazardous to humans, plants, and animals. The Earth system that is directly changed by harmful gases in the air is the ​ (a)   , but the (b)   would be the next changed by hazardous air quality.

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• atmosphere
• biosphere
• geosphere
• hydrosphere

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Suggest ways to improve the environmental awareness in Dana's school based on her observations. (Choose TWO)

• Make sure the blinds and windows are open even when the heater is on.

• Leave lights on when not in the classroom.

• Keep the windows closed if the heater or air conditioner is on.

• Make sure the lights and computers are turned off after class.

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Dana notices that many students at her school carry their lunch in a brown paper bag and drink plastic bottled water throughout the day. She creates posters like the one shown and places them around the school to promote ecofriendly practices.

Select the two bins on the poster where students would recycle the lunch items mentioned above.

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A (a)   impact of a dam is that it generates electricity without the pollution associated with burning fossil fuels. A (b)   impact is that the dam blocks the natural flow of water and alters the environment for plants and animals.

• positive
• negative

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Which of the following human activities has a positive effect on Earth’s systems? (Choose two)

• People using solar-powered lights

• Factories polluting the air

• Schools buying products made of recycled materials

• Children leaving the garden hose on.

• Businesses using natural gas to heat their offices