Pennsylvania Envirothon

State Flower

• Iris

• Magnolia

• Mountain Laurel

• Black-eyed Susan

This invasive species can survive on land for about 7 days.

• Zebra mussel

• Lionfish

• Red-Eared Slider

• Grass Carp

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

State Tree

• Eastern Redbud

• Eastern Hemlock

• Red Pine

• Tulip Tree

These nocturnal creatures get their name from the chirping call they make that marks the beginning of spring.

• Bullfrog

• Spring Peeper

• Gray Treefrog

• Eastern Hellbender

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-4

What is the primary focus of the Pennsylvania Envirothon?

• Wildlife conservation

• Soil and water conservation

• Air quality management

• Renewable energy

Which of the following is a key component of the Pennsylvania Envirothon competition?

• Mathematics

• Physics

• Environmental science

• Chemistry

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

In the context of the Pennsylvania Envirothon, what is the significance of biodiversity?

• It increases soil erosion

• It reduces water quality

• It enhances ecosystem stability

• It decreases air quality

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which of the following is a common method for assessing water quality in the Pennsylvania Envirothon?

• pH testing

• Soil sampling

• Air quality index

• Noise pollution measurement

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

What role do trees play in the ecosystem as studied in the Pennsylvania Envirothon?

• They increase soil erosion

• They provide oxygen and habitat

• They decrease biodiversity

• They reduce water quality

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which of the following is a focus area in the Pennsylvania Envirothon related to soil?

• Soil texture analysis

• Air pressure measurement

• Water salinity testing

• Noise level assessment