Question 1

Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

Accepted Answer

Solar power

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Natural gas

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Coal

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Oil

Question 2

What is the main cause of acid rain?

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Emissions of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides

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Deforestation

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Exposure to ultraviolet radiation

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Emissions of carbon dioxide

Question 3

What is the primary goal of sustainable agriculture?

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To preserve and enhance soil quality

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To maximize profits for the farmer

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To increase yields at all costs

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To use pesticides and fertilizers as much as possible

Question 4

What is ecosystem diversity?

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The variety of different ecosystems in an area

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The variety of habitats available for different species

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The variety of genetic traits within a species

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The variety of species within an ecosystem

Question 5

What is the main cause of global climate change?

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Increased concentrations of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere

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Volcanic activity

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Changes in the Earth's orbit

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Natural fluctuations in solar output

Question 6

What is eutrophication?

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The excess growth of plants and algae in a body of water due to the presence of excessive nutrients

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The physical destruction of an ecosystem

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The loss of genetic diversity within a species

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The decline in population size of a particular species

Question 7

Which of the following is not a renewable resource?

Accepted Answer

Oil

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Solar energy

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Wind energy

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Hydro energy

Question 8

What is the purpose of a biodiversity hotspot?

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To protect areas with a high number of species and endangered species

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To increase agricultural production

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To attract tourists

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To reduce carbon emissions

Question 9

What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term atmospheric patterns

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Weather refers to long-term atmospheric patterns, while climate refers to short-term atmospheric conditions

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Weather and climate are the same thing

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Weather refers to atmospheric conditions at night, while climate refers to atmospheric conditions during the day

Question 10

What is the term for a material that can be broken down into harmless substances by natural processes?

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Biodegradable

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Non-renewable

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Toxic

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Recyclable

Question 11

What does the term 'fisheries' refer to?

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The commercial harvesting of fish and other marine life

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The management of marine protected areas

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The study of marine life

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The breeding of fish

Question 12

What is overfishing?

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The practice of catching too many fish to sustain the population

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The practice of releasing fish into the wild

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The practice of fishing in protected areas

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The practice of breeding fish in captivity

Question 13

What is a common consequence of overfishing?

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The decline or collapse of fish populations

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The migration of fish to other areas

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The increase in fish populations

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The development of new fishing technologies

Question 14

What is the difference between sustainable and unsustainable fishing practices?

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Sustainable fishing practices ensure that fish populations are not depleted, while unsustainable practices lead to overfishing

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Sustainable fishing practices don't take into account the ecological impact of fishing, while unsustainable practices do

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Sustainable fishing practices are more expensive than unsustainable practices

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There is no difference between sustainable and unsustainable fishing practices

Question 15

What is a bycatch?

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The unintentional capture of non-target species during fishing operations

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The practice of releasing undersized fish back into the ocean

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The intentional capture of small fish for bait

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The practice of breeding fish in captivity

Question 16

What is a marine protected area?

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A designated area of the ocean where fishing and other activities are restricted to protect marine ecosystems

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A designated area of the ocean where marine life is bred in captivity

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A designated area of the ocean where oil drilling is allowed

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A designated area of the ocean where fishing is allowed without restrictions

Question 17

What is aquaculture?

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The farming of fish, shellfish, and aquatic plants

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The management of marine protected areas

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The practice of fishing in protected areas

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The study of marine life

Question 18

What are the advantages of aquaculture?

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It can reduce pressure on wild fish populations, and provide a reliable source of food and income

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It doesn't require any specialized knowledge or equipment

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It has no impact on the environment

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It is more expensive than wild fishing

Question 19

What are the disadvantages of aquaculture?

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It can lead to the spread of disease and parasites, and the pollution of surrounding waters

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It can result in the depletion of wild fish populations

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It requires a lot of water and energy to maintain

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It is not a reliable source of food or income

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