The Fuel of the Future Vocab Quiz

What does "biodegradable" mean?

• Something that can be easily dissolved in water.

• Something that can be broken down by microorganisms.

• Something that lasts for a very long time in the environment.

• Something that is harmful to living organisms.

What does "extracted" mean in the context of natural resources?

• To add something to the environment.

• To take something out of its natural environment.

• To use something without changing it.

• To protect and conserve natural resources.

What are fossil fuels?

• Renewable energy sources like wind and solar power.

• Plants and animals that lived millions of years ago.

• Natural fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas formed from the remains of living organisms.

• Rocks and minerals used to make batteries.

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What is global warming?

• The cooling trend that happens during winter.

• A decrease in Earth's surface temperature over time.

• The increase in Earth's average surface temperature due to rising levels of greenhouse gases.

• The process of the sun getting hotter over time.

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What are greenhouse gases?

• Gases that make plants grow faster.

• Gases that are only found in greenhouses where plants are grown.

• Gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to global warming.

• Gases that are harmful and toxic to humans and animals.

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What are hydrocarbons?

• A type of clean energy source.

• Compounds made of only hydrogen and carbon atoms.

• Water molecules that have been polluted.

• A new technology for recycling plastics.

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What does "non-toxic" mean?

• Something that is harmful if swallowed.

• Something that is safe and poses no threat to health.

• Something that is dangerous to the environment.

• Something that can catch fire easily.

Why is it important to use biodegradable materials?

• They last longer than non-biodegradable materials.

• They can help reduce the amount of waste in landfills.

• They are more expensive, making them a luxury good.

• They are harder to produce, making them rare.

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