IB ESS 1.1 Environmental Values Systems

What is an Ecocentric viewpoint?

• A perspective that prioritizes human benefits over nature.

• A viewpoint that emphasizes the intrinsic value of nature and ecosystems, focusing on all living beings and their interconnections.

• A belief that nature should be exploited for economic gain.

• A philosophy that disregards the importance of ecosystems in favor of technological advancement.

What is the significance of 'Silent Spring'?

• It is a novel about a dystopian future.

• It is a pivotal book that highlighted the environmental impacts of pesticides, particularly DDT, and is credited with sparking the modern environmental movement.

• It is a biography of a famous environmentalist.

• It is a scientific report on climate change.

What is the concept of sustainable development?

• A practice that focuses solely on economic growth without considering environmental impacts.

• The practice of meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, balancing economic, social, and environmental factors.

• A method of development that prioritizes technological advancement over social equity.

• An approach that emphasizes short-term gains over long-term sustainability.

What is intrinsic value?

• Intrinsic value refers to the worth of something based on its existence, independent of its utility to humans.

• Intrinsic value is the monetary value assigned to an object based on market demand.

• Intrinsic value is the value derived from the usefulness of an object to humans.

• Intrinsic value refers to the aesthetic appeal of an object in art and design.

What are CFCs?

• Chlorofluorocarbons used in refrigeration and aerosol propellants

• Natural gases found in the atmosphere

• Chemical compounds used in agriculture

• Organic solvents used in cleaning products

What is the role of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)?

• To regulate the financial markets and protect investors.

• To protect human health and the environment by enforcing regulations based on laws passed by Congress.

• To oversee the Department of Education and manage public schools.

• To control immigration and enforce border security.

Who is Rachel Carson?

• An American marine biologist and conservationist known for her book 'Silent Spring'.

• A famous American author known for her novels about the Civil War.

• A renowned scientist who discovered the structure of DNA.

• A prominent environmental lawyer who founded Greenpeace.

What is biodiversity?

• The total number of species in a specific area.

• The variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including species diversity, genetic variation, and ecosystem diversity.

• The study of how organisms interact with each other and their environment.

• The process by which species evolve over time.

What is the precautionary principle?

• An approach to environmental management that advocates taking preventive action in the face of uncertainty, particularly when there is a risk of harm to the public or the environment.

• A strategy that encourages ignoring potential risks in favor of economic growth.

• A method for assessing environmental impact without considering public health.

• A principle that promotes immediate action without any evidence of harm.

What type of pollution was caused by the Chernobyl disaster?

• Chemical pollution

• Radioactive pollution

• Air pollution

• Water pollution