Environmental Sustainability

Description: Environmental Sustainability Quiz
Number of Questions: 15
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What is the term used to describe the ability of an ecosystem to maintain its equilibrium in the face of disturbances?

  1. Resilience

  2. Sustainability

  3. Biodiversity

  4. Carrying Capacity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Resilience is the ability of an ecosystem to absorb disturbances and still maintain its structure and function.

What is the main cause of climate change?

  1. Deforestation

  2. Fossil Fuel Burning

  3. Volcanic Eruptions

  4. Solar Flares


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The burning of fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, releases greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, which trap heat and cause the planet to warm.

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

  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.

What is the term used to describe the process of protecting and restoring natural habitats?

  1. Conservation

  2. Preservation

  3. Restoration

  4. Reforestation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Conservation is the process of protecting and restoring natural habitats and the species that live in them.

What is the term used to describe the process of planting trees to restore forests?

  1. Reforestation

  2. Afforestation

  3. Deforestation

  4. Agroforestry


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Reforestation is the process of planting trees to restore forests that have been lost or damaged.

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

  1. Reduce

  2. Reuse

  3. Recycle

  4. Compost


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Reduce is the process of reducing the amount of waste produced.

What is the term used to describe the process of using products again and again?

  1. Reduce

  2. Reuse

  3. Recycle

  4. Compost


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Reuse is the process of using products again and again.

What is the term used to describe the process of breaking down organic matter into a nutrient-rich soil amendment?

  1. Reduce

  2. Reuse

  3. Recycle

  4. Compost


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Compost is the process of breaking down organic matter into a nutrient-rich soil amendment.

What is the term used to describe the process of using energy from renewable sources, such as solar and wind?

  1. Renewable Energy

  2. Fossil Fuels

  3. Nuclear Energy

  4. Hydropower


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Renewable energy is the process of using energy from renewable sources, such as solar and wind.

What is the term used to describe the process of using energy more efficiently?

  1. Energy Efficiency

  2. Renewable Energy

  3. Fossil Fuels

  4. Nuclear Energy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Energy efficiency is the process of using energy more efficiently.

What is the term used to describe the process of protecting and restoring water resources?

  1. Water Conservation

  2. Water Pollution

  3. Water Scarcity

  4. Water Quality


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Water conservation is the process of protecting and restoring water resources.

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

  1. Water Conservation

  2. Water Pollution

  3. Water Scarcity

  4. Water Quality


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Water conservation is the process of reducing the amount of water used.

What is the term used to describe the process of protecting and restoring air quality?

  1. Air Pollution

  2. Air Quality

  3. Air Conservation

  4. Climate Change


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Air conservation is the process of protecting and restoring air quality.

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

  1. Air Pollution

  2. Air Quality

  3. Air Conservation

  4. Climate Change


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Air conservation is the process of reducing the amount of air pollution produced.

What is the term used to describe the process of protecting and restoring biodiversity?

  1. Biodiversity Conservation

  2. Habitat Loss

  3. Extinction

  4. Endangered Species


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Biodiversity conservation is the process of protecting and restoring biodiversity.

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