Question 1

The place where an organism lives is best described as its ________.&#10;A)Far environment&#10;B)Habitat&#10;C)Radius&#10;D)Shelter

Accepted Answer

Habitat refers to the specific environment in which an organism lives and includes all the biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) factors such as temperature, moisture, food source, and shelter that the organism needs to survive and reproduce. Far environment, radius, and shelter are not as all-encompassing as the term habitat.

Question 2

In the language of economics,the environment is considered a ___________,a good we have to protect.&#10;A)Personal good&#10;B)Community good&#10;C)Natural good&#10;D)Aggregate good

Accepted Answer

The environment is considered a "natural good" in economics, as it encompasses natural resources and ecosystems that need protection and sustainable management.

Question 3

_____________ refers to the thoughts and actions given to protecting and sustaining the environment.&#10;A)Ecoconsciousness&#10;B)Atrophy&#10;C)Eco-recognition&#10;D)Sustainability

Accepted Answer

Ecoconsciousness refers to being aware of and actively considering the impact of one's actions on the environment, thus involving thoughts and actions aimed at protecting and sustaining it.

Question 4

________ is an odorless and colorless gas,a product of the combustion of fossil fuels and burning wood.It is a leading cause of accidental poisoning in the U.S.&#10;A)Radon&#10;B)Carbon monoxide CO)&#10;C)Nitrogen dioxide&#10;D)Sulfur dioxide

Accepted Answer

Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas that is a byproduct of the incomplete combustion of fossil fuels and wood. It is known for its potential to cause accidental poisoning due to its inability to be detected by human senses.

Question 5

__________ is about the relationship of a house and its occupants with the environment,encouraging eco-friendly design.&#10;A)Green building&#10;B)A xeroscape&#10;C)A green audit&#10;D)A Large is Beautiful residence

Accepted Answer

Green building focuses on creating a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to the design, construction, and operation of buildings. It aims to minimize the negative impact of buildings on the environment while providing a healthy and energy-efficient indoor environment for the occupants. This approach includes using renewable energy sources, using efficient building materials, maximizing the use of natural light, and minimizing waste generation, among others. Xeroscape (B) is a type of landscaping that utilizes plants and landscaping features that require minimal water. A green audit (C) is an assessment of a building's energy and resource consumption to identify areas for improvement. Large is Beautiful residence (D) is not related to eco-friendly design; it is a term used to describe the architecture and design style of large and luxurious homes.

Question 6

The intensity or loudness of sound is measured by:&#10;A)Amps&#10;B)Bytes&#10;C)Decibels&#10;D)Watts

Accepted Answer

The intensity or loudness of sound is measured in decibels (dB). It is a logarithmic scale that measures the sound pressure level relative to a reference level.

Question 7

Which of the following is false?&#10;A)A breakdown of U.S.household garbage reveals the largest amount percentage-wise is paper and paperboard.&#10;B)In U.S.households most of the water usage is in the bathroom.&#10;C)The founder of the modern environmental movement and author of Silent Spring is Rachel Carson&#10;D)Deciduous trees such as most pines do not lose their leaves/foliage in winter.

Accepted Answer

Deciduous trees, unlike pines, do lose their leaves in winter. Therefore, statement D is false. A, B and C are true statements.

Question 8

The depletion of species or extinction is mainly caused by:&#10;A)Drought&#10;B)Loss of habitat&#10;C)Heat&#10;D)Failure to reproduce

Accepted Answer

Loss of habitat is the main cause of species depletion or extinction. Human activities such as deforestation, urbanization, and industrialization have resulted in the destruction of natural habitats of plants and animals, leading to their decline or disappearance. Climate change, pollution, and overexploitation of natural resources are also contributing factors. Drought, heat, and failure to reproduce may also affect a species' population, but loss of habitat is the underlying cause.

Question 9

____________ is the act or process of preserving and protecting natural environments from loss or depletion.&#10;A)Conservation&#10;B)Multifinality&#10;C)Contamination&#10;D)Problem recovery

Accepted Answer

Conservation refers to the act of preserving and protecting natural environments from loss or depletion. It involves the sustainable use and management of natural resources to ensure their availability for future generations.

Question 10

The ultimate goal is ____________ which is a form of growth wherein societal needs,present and future,are met.&#10;A)Sustainable development&#10;B)Carbon footprint&#10;C)Ecological footprint&#10;D)Planned land use development

Accepted Answer

The ultimate goal mentioned in the statement is to meet societal needs in a sustainable manner, which points towards the concept of sustainable development. Carbon footprint and ecological footprint are specific terms related to environmental impact and do not encompass the broader notion of meeting societal needs. Planned land use development is a strategy for managing land use but does not necessarily imply a focus on meeting societal needs in a sustainable manner.

Question 11

A _____________ is essentially unlimited.&#10;A)Renewable resource&#10;B)Forest&#10;C)Gold strike&#10;D)Waste stream

Accepted Answer

The answer of A _____________ is essentially unlimited.&#10;A)Renewable resource&#10;B)Forest&#10;C)Gold strike&#10;D)Waste...

Question 12

In the United States,the recycling rate has _________during the last 15 years according to the book.&#10;A)risen 10%&#10;B)doubled&#10;C)risen 90%&#10;D)tripled

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the United States,the recycling rate has...

Question 13

_________ are systems of morals,principles,values,or good conduct.&#10;A)Ethics&#10;B)Channels&#10;C)Social exchanges&#10;D)Cultures

Accepted Answer

The answer of _________ are systems of morals,principles,values,or good conduct.&#10;A)Ethics&#10;B)Channels&#10;C)Social...

Question 14

The impact on the land,air,and sea from consumption of goods and resources is known as the _______________.&#10;A)Ecological footprint&#10;B)Natural capital&#10;C)Species preservation&#10;D)None of the above is correct

Accepted Answer

The answer of The impact on the land,air,and sea from...

Question 15

An)_______________ is the subsystem of ecology that emphasizes the relationship between organisms and their environment.&#10;A)Ecosystem&#10;B)Carbon footprint&#10;C)Biology&#10;D)Socio-psychology

Accepted Answer

The answer of An)_______________ is the subsystem of ecology that...

Question 16

The five countries with the highest carbon dioxide emissions include all of the following except:&#10;A)Qatar&#10;B)Australia&#10;C)Canada&#10;D)Kenya

Accepted Answer

The answer of The five countries with the highest carbon...

Question 17

____________ are the remains of dead vegetation,such as coal,oil,and natural gas which can be burned to release energy.&#10;A)Flora and fauna&#10;B)Effluent&#10;C)Fossil fuels&#10;D)Charcoal and ash

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________ are the remains of dead vegetation,such...

Deck 12: Managing Environmental Resources