EMC1 S3 Recap

What is the definition of an environmental aspect according to ISO 14001?

• A change to the environment
• An element of an organization's activities that interacts with the environment
• A beneficial impact on the environment
• A regulatory requirement for organizations

Which of the following is NOT one of the three key elements to remember when characterizing environmental impact?

• Source
• Pathway
• Receptor
• Duration

What is the primary goal of a Circular Economy?

• To maximize profits
• To keep resources in use for as long as possible
• To increase waste production
• To promote linear consumption

Which of the following is NOT a stage typically considered in a Life-Cycle Analysis?

• Extraction of raw materials
• Distribution of product
• Use of product
• Marketing of product

What does the term 'functional unit' refer to in the context of Life-Cycle Analysis?

• The total environmental impact of a product
• The defined quantity of a product's performance
• The economic value of a product
• The production capacity of a manufacturing plant

Which of the following is an example of a direct environmental impact?

• Gradual change in aquatic ecosystems
• Loss of food source
• Damage to marine life from an oil spill
• Build-up of toxic compounds over time

What is the primary difference between direct and indirect environmental impacts?

• Direct impacts are always more severe
• Indirect impacts occur immediately while direct impacts occur later
• Direct impacts are immediate effects while indirect impacts are later effects
• There is no significant difference

Which of the following is NOT typically considered an atmospheric impact?

• Smog formation
• Ozone depletion
• Global warming
• Soil erosion

What is an example of a community impact from environmental changes?

• Loss of oxygen in water bodies
• Increased air temperature
• Reduced property values
• Changes in soil pH

Which of the following is an indirect ecosystem impact?

• Immediate loss of habitat
• Direct injury to wildlife
• Loss of pollinating insects
• Immediate damage to vegetation