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8.11 Introduction Quiz

Quiz by Cathlynn Edwards

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  • Q1
    Which of the following human activities is primarily responsible for increasing the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?
    Recycling waste
    Planting trees
    Using public transportation
    Burning fossil fuels
    30s
  • Q2
    What role do volcanic eruptions play in influencing the Earth's climate?
    They can release large amounts of ash and gases that cool the atmosphere.
    They reduce rainfall permanently.
    They have no effect on the climate.
    They always warm the atmosphere.
    30s
  • Q3
    How does deforestation contribute to climate change?
    It reduces the number of trees that absorb carbon dioxide.
    It increases the amount of oxygen in the atmosphere.
    It creates more habitats for wildlife.
    It has no impact on climate.
    30s
  • Q4
    In the carbon cycle, what process removes carbon dioxide from the atmosphere?
    Combustion of fossil fuels
    Decomposition of organic matter
    Respiration by animals
    Photosynthesis by plants
    30s
  • Q5
    What effect do abrupt changes in ocean currents have on global climate?
    They have no effect on climate.
    They only affect local weather.
    They only decrease sea levels.
    They can lead to significant changes in temperature and precipitation patterns.
    30s
  • Q6
    Which human activity is most directly linked to the increase of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere?
    Planting more trees
    Using renewable energy sources
    Practicing sustainable farming
    Deforestation for agriculture
    30s
  • Q7
    Which natural event is known to release significant amounts of greenhouse gases and particulate matter into the atmosphere?
    Earthquakes
    Floods
    Tsunamis
    Volcanic eruptions
    30s
  • Q8
    How do human activities like urbanization affect local climate?
    They improve air quality significantly.
    They have no impact on temperature.
    They increase the heat island effect, making cities warmer.
    They reduce energy consumption.
    30s
  • Q9
    What is the primary reason for the increasing levels of greenhouse gases during industrial processes?
    The use of solar energy
    The recycling of materials
    The combustion of fossil fuels
    The growth of forests
    30s
  • Q10
    What is the main function of photosynthesis in relation to the carbon cycle?
    It releases oxygen into the atmosphere only.
    It converts carbon dioxide into organic matter.
    It has no role in the carbon cycle.
    It produces carbon dioxide for plants.
    30s
  • Q11
    How do human activities like deforestation influence the carbon cycle?
    They only affect oxygen levels.
    They decrease carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere.
    They have no effect on carbon dioxide levels.
    They increase carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere.
    30s
  • Q12
    What is one way volcanic eruptions can influence climate?
    They have no impact on climate.
    They only affect air quality.
    They solely increase temperatures worldwide.
    They can release ash and gases that cool the atmosphere.
    30s
  • Q13
    Which human activity is a major contributor to the increase of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere?
    Planting more trees.
    Burning fossil fuels for energy.
    Using solar energy.
    Reducing waste.
    30s
  • Q14
    What role do ocean currents play in climate regulation?
    They only circulate fresh water.
    They distribute heat around the planet.
    They have no impact on weather patterns.
    They only affect marine life.
    30s
  • Q15
    How does urbanization affect local climates?
    It lowers temperatures due to increased vegetation.
    It has no impact on temperatures.
    It only affects rural areas.
    It can create heat islands, raising temperatures in cities.
    30s

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