8G: Environmental Impact Solutions Quiz

Which of the following is a greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming?

• Oxygen

• Carbon Dioxide

• Nitrogen

• Argon

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Identify the term used to describe species that are introduced to a new environment where they are not native and can cause harm.

• Endangered species

• Invasive species

• Keystone species

• Native species

Explain how the removal of a keystone species can impact an ecosystem.

• It can lead to an increase in biodiversity.

• It can cause a collapse in the ecosystem structure.

• It has no significant impact on the ecosystem.

• It only affects the keystone species itself.

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Which of the following is a consequence of excessive natural resource consumption?

• Increased biodiversity

• Resource depletion

• Enhanced ecosystem stability

• Reduced pollution

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Describe a method to reduce the impact of chemical use on the environment.

• Increase the use of synthetic chemicals

• Implement organic farming practices

• Use more pesticides

• Ignore chemical regulations

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What is the primary effect of greenhouse gases on Earth's atmosphere?

• They cool the Earth's surface.

• They trap heat, leading to global warming.

• They increase oxygen levels.

• They reduce carbon dioxide levels.

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How can the introduction of invasive species be controlled?

• By promoting their spread

• By implementing strict biosecurity measures

• By increasing their population

• By ignoring their presence

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Which of the following is an example of a keystone species?

• Dandelion

• Sea otter

• House cat

• Pigeon

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Discuss a strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

• Increase fossil fuel consumption

• Transition to renewable energy sources

• Cut down more forests

• Increase industrial emissions

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What is a common effect of removing a keystone species from an ecosystem?

• Stabilization of the ecosystem

• Disruption of the food chain

• Increase in the population of all species

• No effect on the ecosystem

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