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Climate Change and Ecology

Description: Climate Change and Ecology Quiz
Number of Questions: 15
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What is the primary greenhouse gas responsible for global warming?

  1. Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

  2. Methane (CH4)

  3. Nitrous Oxide (N2O)

  4. Water Vapor (H2O)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Carbon Dioxide (CO2) is the primary greenhouse gas responsible for global warming. It is released into the atmosphere through human activities such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation.

What is the term used to describe the gradual increase in the average temperature of the Earth's atmosphere and oceans?

  1. Climate Change

  2. Global Warming

  3. Greenhouse Effect

  4. Ozone Depletion


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Global Warming is the term used to describe the gradual increase in the average temperature of the Earth's atmosphere and oceans.

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of climate change?

  1. Rising sea levels

  2. More frequent and intense heatwaves

  3. Increased agricultural productivity

  4. Changes in precipitation patterns


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Climate change is expected to have negative impacts on agricultural productivity, as changes in temperature, precipitation, and extreme weather events can disrupt crop growth and yields.

What is the term used to describe the process by which plants absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and release oxygen?

  1. Photosynthesis

  2. Respiration

  3. Transpiration

  4. Decomposition


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Photosynthesis is the process by which plants absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and release oxygen.

Which of the following is NOT a renewable energy source?

  1. Solar energy

  2. Wind energy

  3. Hydropower

  4. Natural gas


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Natural gas is a fossil fuel and is not a renewable energy source.

What is the term used to describe the process by which heat is transferred from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere?

  1. Conduction

  2. Convection

  3. Radiation

  4. Evaporation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Evaporation is the process by which heat is transferred from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere.

Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas?

  1. Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

  2. Methane (CH4)

  3. Nitrous Oxide (N2O)

  4. Oxygen (O2)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Oxygen (O2) is not a greenhouse gas.

What is the term used to describe the process by which plants lose water vapor through their leaves?

  1. Photosynthesis

  2. Respiration

  3. Transpiration

  4. Decomposition


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Transpiration is the process by which plants lose water vapor through their leaves.

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of deforestation?

  1. Loss of biodiversity

  2. Increased soil erosion

  3. Reduced carbon sequestration

  4. Improved air quality


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Deforestation can lead to a decrease in air quality due to the release of carbon dioxide and other pollutants.

What is the term used to describe the process by which microorganisms break down organic matter into simpler substances?

  1. Photosynthesis

  2. Respiration

  3. Transpiration

  4. Decomposition


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Decomposition is the process by which microorganisms break down organic matter into simpler substances.

Which of the following is NOT a type of renewable energy?

  1. Solar energy

  2. Wind energy

  3. Hydropower

  4. Geothermal energy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Geothermal energy is not a type of renewable energy.

What is the term used to describe the process by which plants absorb water from the soil?

  1. Photosynthesis

  2. Respiration

  3. Transpiration

  4. Absorption


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Absorption is the process by which plants absorb water from the soil.

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of climate change?

  1. More frequent and intense storms

  2. Rising sea levels

  3. Increased agricultural productivity

  4. Changes in precipitation patterns


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Climate change is expected to have negative impacts on agricultural productivity, as changes in temperature, precipitation, and extreme weather events can disrupt crop growth and yields.

What is the term used to describe the process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy?

  1. Photosynthesis

  2. Respiration

  3. Transpiration

  4. Decomposition


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy.

Which of the following is NOT a type of fossil fuel?

  1. Coal

  2. Oil

  3. Natural gas

  4. Solar energy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Solar energy is not a type of fossil fuel.

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