8 Pre/Post Environmental Science

Which of the following human activities contributes the MOST to global greenhouse gas emissions?

• Deforestation

• Transportation and vehicle emissions

• Burning of fossil fuels for electricity

• Agricultural practices

What is the term for the ability to meet present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their needs?

• Conservation

• Sustainability

• Recycling

• Environmental protection

Which renewable energy source currently provides the largest percentage of renewable electricity in the United States?

• Solar power

• Wind power

• Hydroelectric power

• Geothermal power

What is the primary cause of ocean acidification?

• Oil spills

• Plastic pollution

• Absorption of carbon dioxide

• Chemical waste dumping

Which practice would be MOST effective in reducing an individual's carbon footprint?

• Using public transportation instead of driving

• Using reusable shopping bags

• Turning off lights when leaving a room

• Recycling paper products

What is the main environmental concern with landfills?

• They attract wildlife

• They produce methane gas

• They are unsightly

• They require too much land

Which of these is an example of a non-renewable resource?

• Wind energy

• Solar power

• Natural gas

• Biomass

What is the primary benefit of composting?

• It reduces water usage

• It creates natural fertilizer

• It saves energy

• It decreases landfill waste

Which of these actions has the greatest positive impact on water conservation?

• Installing low-flow showerheads

• Fixing leaky faucets

• Reducing lawn watering

• Using water-efficient appliances

What is the main purpose of environmental impact assessments?

• To create jobs in environmental sectors

• To evaluate potential environmental effects of projects

• To increase government revenue

• To promote tourism