Chapter 9 Open Book

Front

A major cause of air pollution is ____. pg 241

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burning coal to produce electricity

Front

The gradual increase in the average temperature of the earth’s atmosphere is called ____.

Back

global warming

Front

Which of the following best defines climate change?

Back

Change in global and regional weather patterns.

Front

Which of the following is not a result of the greenhouse effect? pgs 241-243:
- The gradual heating of the earth’s atmosphere.
- Heat trapped inside the earth's atmosphere.
- Less solar radiation bouncing back into space.

Back

Carbon dioxide emissions from vehicles.

Front

Which of the following is a cause of acid rain? The ozone created when the sun’s rays react with oxygen. Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) used in aerosol sprays in the atmosphere. Sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide mixing with water in the atmosphere. An increase in the number of dust particles in the atmosphere.

Back

Sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide mixing with water in the atmosphere.

Front

Scrubber technology breaks down waste gases produced by ____. pg 245

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coal-burning power plants

Front

Which of the following is not a way to reduce your carbon footprint?
Options:
In summer, turn the thermostat below 60° when using air conditioning.
Turn off lights in the home when not in use.
Use public transportation whenever possible.
In winter, turn the thermostat down a few degrees when using the furnace.

Back

In summer, turn the thermostat below 60° when using air conditioning.

Front

Which of the following statements best describes polluted water? pgs 248-249: Fresh water mixed with seawater that tastes salty to humans. Water with a concentration of toxic substances that can harm people. Water flowing over the sandy bed of a river. Water that has reeds and other vegetation growing in it.

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Water with a concentration of toxic substances that can harm people.

Front

Potable water is water that ____. pg 251

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is safe to drink from a tap

Front

Which of the following is not a way to reduce pollution in freshwater? Avoid using single-use plastic cutlery and plates. Repair leaking taps and pipes. Use energy-efficient appliances.

Back

Buy products that contain soluble microbeads.