Environmental Health and Sustainability

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What is the primary cause of air pollution in urban areas?

  1. Industrial emissions

  2. Vehicle emissions

  3. Deforestation

  4. Agricultural activities


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vehicle emissions, particularly from diesel engines, are a major contributor to air pollution in urban areas.

Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

  1. Fossil fuels

  2. Solar energy

  3. Nuclear energy

  4. Hydroelectric power


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Solar energy is a renewable energy source that harnesses the power of the sun to generate electricity.

What is the term used to describe the process of reducing the amount of waste produced?

  1. Recycling

  2. Composting

  3. Incineration

  4. Landfilling


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new materials and objects.

Which of the following is a major cause of deforestation?

  1. Urbanization

  2. Agriculture

  3. Mining

  4. Climate change


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Agriculture, particularly the clearing of forests for farming and grazing, is a major cause of deforestation.

What is the term used to describe the process of removing pollutants from water?

  1. Disinfection

  2. Filtration

  3. Reverse osmosis

  4. Chlorination


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Filtration is the process of removing pollutants from water by passing it through a filter.

Which of the following is a major contributor to water pollution?

  1. Industrial wastewater

  2. Agricultural runoff

  3. Sewage discharge

  4. Oil spills


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sewage discharge, particularly untreated sewage, is a major contributor to water pollution.

What is the term used to describe the process of converting waste into energy?

  1. Incineration

  2. Pyrolysis

  3. Anaerobic digestion

  4. Gasification


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Incineration is the process of burning waste to generate energy.

Which of the following is a major cause of climate change?

  1. Deforestation

  2. Burning fossil fuels

  3. Industrial activities

  4. Agricultural practices


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Burning fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, releases greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change.

What is the term used to describe the process of reducing the use of resources?

  1. Conservation

  2. Efficiency

  3. Sustainability

  4. Resilience


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Conservation is the process of reducing the use of resources, such as energy, water, and materials.

Which of the following is a major cause of soil erosion?

  1. Deforestation

  2. Agriculture

  3. Mining

  4. Construction


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Agriculture, particularly intensive farming practices, is a major cause of soil erosion.

What is the term used to describe the process of reducing the impact of human activities on the environment?

  1. Mitigation

  2. Adaptation

  3. Resilience

  4. Sustainability


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mitigation is the process of reducing the impact of human activities on the environment, such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Which of the following is a major cause of biodiversity loss?

  1. Habitat destruction

  2. Climate change

  3. Pollution

  4. Invasive species


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Habitat destruction, particularly deforestation, is a major cause of biodiversity loss.

What is the term used to describe the process of managing resources in a sustainable way?

  1. Conservation

  2. Sustainability

  3. Resilience

  4. Adaptation


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Sustainability is the process of managing resources in a way that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Which of the following is a major cause of air pollution in rural areas?

  1. Industrial emissions

  2. Vehicle emissions

  3. Agricultural activities

  4. Deforestation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Agricultural activities, such as the use of fertilizers and pesticides, can contribute to air pollution in rural areas.

What is the term used to describe the process of reducing the amount of energy used?

  1. Conservation

  2. Efficiency

  3. Sustainability

  4. Resilience


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Efficiency is the process of reducing the amount of energy used to perform a task.

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