Environmental Science Quiz

What do we call the natural surroundings in which plants and animals live?

• Nature

• Creature

• Human

• Machine

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Which of the following is a source of renewable energy?

• Coal

• Wind

• Gasoline

• Plastic

What is the term for waste materials that are harmful to the environment?

• Recyclables

• Biodegradable

• Pollution

• Compost

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Which gas in the atmosphere is often associated with global warming?

• Nitrogen

• Oxygen

• Carbon dioxide

• Hydrogen

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What do we call the process of collecting and reusing old materials to make new products?

• Consumption

• Recycling

• Pollution

• Disposal

Which term describes the gradual increase in the Earth's temperature due to human activities?

• Heatwave

• Climate change

• Tornado

• Tsunami

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What is the result of cutting down many trees in a forest?

• Reforestation

• Deforestation

• Flowering

• Desertification

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Which of the following is a natural habitat for fish and aquatic life?

• Coral reef

• Skyscraper

• Shopping mall

• Highway

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What do we call the layer of gases surrounding the Earth?

• Ozone layer

• Water layer

• Soil layer

• Lava layer

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What is the term for the practice of using less water to save resources?

• Water pollution

• Water scarcity

• Water conservation

• Water skiing