Introduction to Environmental Science: Mastery Test

Jane is interested in studying how physical aspects of the environment interact with the environment’s chemical processes.

Which discipline will help Jane pursue her interest?

• social sciences

• human health sciences

• mathematics

• natural sciences

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A group of environmental scientists wants to study the impact of population growth on the environment. Which discipline will contribute to the study?

• social sciences

• physics

• chemistry

• mathematics

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Claire wants to present scientific information on climate change. Which group should Claire approach?

• SERI/NREL

• IPCC

• EPA

• NOAA

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Frank has researched how solar technology can help save energy. Which group should Frank approach to share his findings?

• SERI/NREL

• IPCC

• EPA

• NOAA

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As an environmental scientist, Mike wants to address the issue of climate change. Studying which aspect will help Mike address the issue?

• higher levels of ultraviolet rays reaching Earth

• higher number of fish eaters

• emission of greenhouse gases

• burning of forests

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Select the correct answer from each drop-down menu.

What did the Romans build as a step toward environmental management?

The Romans built ____________

to carry water from abundant water areas to areas with high chances of drought.

• pipes

• aqueducts

• tunnels

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What does the scientific method help test in environmental science?

The scientific method is a way to test a ___________and gain a better understanding of the world.

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Select the correct texts in the passage.

Which sentences describe the discipline of the natural sciences?

• It includes different sciences, such as biology, chemistry, and earth sciences.

• With the help of toxicology, environmental scientists can study the toxic effects of chemicals on humans.

• Chemistry contributes to environmental science through the study of chemicals and chemical processes, such as pollutants and the chemical characteristics of the environment. Earth science helps in studying Earth, the oceans, and the atmosphere.

• In addition, epidemiology, which is another prominent scientific field, guides environmental scientists to study diseases that affect human health.

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Type the correct answer in the box. Spell all words correctly.

Which book is considered the catalyst of the modern environmental movement.

Rachel Carson’s _______________________ is considered the catalyst of the modern environmental movement.