12.7 Unit 12 Review

Multiple Choice

Which of the following correctly describes bioethics? (12.2)

• A mathematical formula used to calculate lab results

• The study of how biological systems function in the human body

• The ethical study of moral issues in the fields of biology and medicine

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes environmental stewardship? (12.2)

• focusing on mindful consumption and reducing waste

• focusing on using resources that decrease biodiversity

• focusing on excess consumption and increasing waste

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an environmental burden on communities? (12.3)

• Not having safe water to drink

• Using renewable energy (solar, wind)

• Sustainable farming practices

Multiple Choice

Why might the controversy over the Dakota Access Pipeline help people think more carefully about big projects? (12.3)

• It proves that building pipelines is the fastest way to create jobs.

• It reminds people to consider environmental impacts and respect local communities.

• It shows that all big projects are always safe and cause no problems.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a sustainable living practice? (12.4)

• Excessive use of a car

• Taking longer showers

• Using reusing bags, containers and bottles

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What is the societal impact of sustainable living practices? (12.4)

• Sustainable living helps society by protecting the environment, making communities stronger, and improving life for everyone.

• Sustainable living makes social unfairness worse and causes problems for poor and weak groups.

• Sustainable living hurts society because it stops the economy from growing and developing.

Multiple Choice

How does the way you travel affect your carbon footprint? (12.5)

• Riding a bike creates more carbon than taking the bus

• Driving a car usually creates more carbon than walking or biking

• Walking produces a lot of greenhouse gases

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How is the carbon footprint different between developed and developing countries? (12.5)

• Developed countries have smaller carbon footprints because they use less energy.

• Developing countries have a bigger carbon footprint because they have more factories than developed countries.

• Developed countries usually have a bigger carbon footprint due to higher energy use and consumption.

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How can you reduce your carbon footprint? (12.5)

• Leave lights and electronics on all day

• Drive a car everywhere instead of walking or biking

• Use energy from solar panels or other clean sources

Multiple Choice

What is desertification, which is happening in Sub-Saharan Africa? (12.6)

• When the land becomes greener and better for farming

• When people plant many trees to stop soil loss

• When the land dries out and turns into desert, making it hard to use