Environment vocab review

What is the meaning of the term "carbon footprint"?

• The impression left by carbon paper
• The measure of carbon emissions caused by human activities
• The literal footprint made of carbon on the ground

Which term refers to the process of cutting down trees and clearing land?

• forestation
• deforestation
• Depletion

What is the phrase "nâng cao nhận thức"?

• rise awareness
• raise education
• raise awareness

In the sentence "The _____________ of fossil fuels contributes to air pollution," what term best fits in the blank?

• Exploitation
• Depletion
• Emission

What is the meaning of the term "biodegradable" in the sentence "Using ____________ products helps reduce environmental impact"?

• Easily recyclable
• Decomposable by natural processes
• Harmful

Which phrase is synonymous with "environmentally-friendly" in the sentence "Choosing _______________ alternatives is crucial for sustainable living"?

• Nature-loving
• Eco-friendly
• environmental

In the sentence "The government aims to ____________ the usage of single-use plastics," what term best fits in the blank?

• Promote
• Discourage
• Increase

Which term in the sentence "The ____________ of the ozone layer is a global concern" refers to the thinning and damage of the ozone layer?. Choose the WRONG answer

• Stability
• Depletion
• Destruction

In the sentence "The _____________ of natural resources is a major concern for environmentalists," which term correctly fills in the blank?

• enhancement

• preservation

• overexploitation

What is the term for the process of making land unproductive due to various factors like overgrazing and deforestation?

• Conservation
• Desertification
• Erosion