Question 1

Which of the following is seen to a greater extent in the hotter regions of the world?

Accepted Answer

Chronic kidney disease of unknown origin (CKDu) is more prevalent in hotter regions, particularly in agricultural communities in countries like Sri Lanka, India, and Central America, where heat stress and dehydration are significant contributing factors.

Question 2

Which of the following is true of heat illnesses among young athletes?

Accepted Answer

Heat illnesses are indeed a leading cause of death and disability among young athletes, highlighting the importance of prevention and proper management.

Question 3

___________________ have been steadily increasing all over the United States during the last sixty years.

Accepted Answer

Extreme rain storms have been increasing in frequency and intensity due to climate change, leading to more instances of heavy rainfall events across the United States over the past sixty years.

Question 4

Air quality may be affected by climate change because:

Accepted Answer

Climate change can lead to higher temperatures, which increase the formation of ground-level ozone when heat and light interact with organic compounds.

Question 5

Who is most susceptible to the negative effects of poor air quality?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Who is most susceptible to the negative...

Question 6

Which of the following is true of health problems stemming from air pollution on a global level?

Accepted Answer

Most deaths from air pollution are caused by heart, cerebrovascular, and lung diseases, as these are the primary health issues linked to exposure to polluted air.

Question 7

What has led to the doubling of the number of cases of dengue fever every decade since 1990?

Accepted Answer

The increase in the number of mosquitos from the Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus species has led to the doubling of dengue fever cases, as these mosquitoes are the primary vectors for transmitting the dengue virus.

Question 8

What happens to crops in the presence of more carbon dioxide?

Accepted Answer

Increased carbon dioxide can lead to faster growth and larger yields, but it often results in a decrease in the nutritional value of crops, such as reduced protein and mineral content.

Question 9

According to the psychiatric literature, heat is known to potentiate:

Accepted Answer

Research in psychiatric literature indicates that higher temperatures can increase aggression and violence, potentially due to discomfort and irritability caused by heat.

Question 10

According to the 2014 and 2018 National Climate Assessments, the most important public health action to lessen the impact of climate change is:

Accepted Answer

Prevention is the most important public health action to lessen the impact of climate change, as it involves taking proactive measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate-related risks before they occur.

Question 11

Pregnant women are vulnerable to rising temperatures because air pollutants or extreme heat can lead to premature birth.

Accepted Answer

Pregnant women are more susceptible to the effects of air pollution and extreme heat, which can increase the risk of complications such as premature birth.

Question 12

There is no documented increase in mortality that has accompanied more numerous weather events and accompanying economic damage.

Accepted Answer

The given statement says that there is no documented increase in mortality that has accompanied more numerous weather events and accompanying economic damage. So the answer is true.

Question 13

Air pollution has been linked to higher rates of Parkinson's disease in older adults.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Air pollution has been linked to higher...

Question 14

The diminishment of nutrients caused by the running of fertilizer into bodies of water promotes the growth of algae, viruses, parasites, and bacteria.

Accepted Answer

The runoff of fertilizers into bodies of water typically causes nutrient enrichment, not diminishment, which promotes the growth of algae and potentially harmful microorganisms.

Question 15

A recent UN report made clear that progress to end extreme poverty is being undermined by the impact of climate change along with increasing inequality.

Accepted Answer

The UN has consistently highlighted that climate change and inequality are significant barriers to eradicating extreme poverty, as they exacerbate vulnerabilities and hinder sustainable development efforts.

Quiz 2: Climate Change Is Harming Our Health