Environmental Systems SBA #2

Which of these is NOT a way we use land and soil?

• agriculture

• development

• mining

• fishing

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All soil can be used for farming, no matter its location or condition.

• true

• false

Which of these issues can happen if soil is not properly managed?

• erosion

• nutrient depletion

• desertification

• all of these

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Which of these is NOT a method used for reducing soil erosion?

• Planting cover crops
• Using more pesticides

• No-till farming

• Crop rotation

Is the Earth covered by more land or more water?

• land

• water

• they are equal

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Which of these is the largest source of freshwater on Earth?

• Rivers

• Swamps

• Ice caps, glaciers, and permanent snow

• Atmosphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Water that is not absorbed into soil and drains away is called _____.

• seepage
• overflow
• filtration
• runoff

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The runoff not absorbed into the ground drains into a _____.

• watershed

• mountain
• volcano
• desert

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Which of these has a large effect on local watersheds?

• Pollution from agricultural runoff

• Pollution from industrial waste

• Pollution from littering and landfills

• All of these affect our local watersheds

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Which of the following is an effective way to conserve water?

• Leaving the faucet running while brushing teeth
• Taking long showers
• Watering the garden in the middle of the day when it is the hottest

• Checking toilets and other fixtures for leaks