Ag effects on Env

what is a "green roof"?

• A 'green roof' is a roof covered in green-colored solar panels.
• A 'green roof' is a roof of a building that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and a growing medium, planted over a waterproofing membrane.
• A 'green roof' is a roof made of recycled plastic materials.
• A 'green roof' is a roof painted green to match the environment.

What are the advantages of a "green roof" ?

• Green roofs contribute to air pollution
• Green roofs decrease the lifespan of a roof
• Green roofs have no impact on energy costs
• Green roofs offer advantages like energy cost reduction, air quality improvement, stormwater runoff management, roof lifespan extension, and wildlife habitat creation.

What are the disadvantages to a green roof?

• Costly installation and maintenance, structural modifications needed, potential for leaks
• Low maintenance costs, no structural modifications needed, no potential for leaks
• Limited insulation benefits, increased risk of pests, reduced property value
• Shorter lifespan, limited aesthetic appeal, reduced stormwater management

What is urban sprawl?

• Urban sprawl is the planned expansion of rural areas into surrounding urban lands.
• Urban sprawl is the controlled expansion of urban areas into surrounding rural lands.
• Urban sprawl is the sustainable development of urban areas without affecting rural lands.
• Urban sprawl is the uncontrolled expansion of urban areas into surrounding rural lands.

What are the effects of urban sprawl?

• Improved public transportation
• Decreased crime rates
• Enhanced community engagement
• The effects of urban sprawl include increased traffic congestion, air and water pollution, loss of natural habitats, increased infrastructure costs, and decreased quality of life.

What is an impervious surface?

• A porous surface that allows water to pass through easily.
• A soft surface that absorbs water quickly.
• A surface that changes color when wet.
• A hard surface that does not allow water to pass through.

What are the impacts of an impervious surface?

• No impact on runoff, flooding risk, or groundwater recharge.
• Increased runoff, higher risk of flooding, and reduced groundwater recharge.
• Reduced runoff, lower risk of flooding, and increased groundwater recharge.
• Decreased runoff, lower risk of flooding, and increased groundwater recharge.

What is surface runoff?

• Surface runoff is the flow of water over the land surface when excess rainwater, meltwater, or other sources cannot be absorbed by the soil.
• Surface runoff is the flow of water underground
• Surface runoff is the process of water evaporation from the surface
• Surface runoff is the movement of water from rivers to oceans

What is the impact of excessive use of fertilizers and surface runoff?

• Increased biodiversity and improved soil health
• Eutrophication of water bodies and harm to aquatic life
• Decreased water pollution and enhanced aquatic ecosystems
• Reduced soil erosion and increased crop yield

How can agriculture mitigate the effects of harmful runoff?

• Increasing pesticide use
• Removing all vegetation near water bodies
• Implementing practices such as cover cropping, buffer strips, conservation tillage, and proper nutrient management.
• Ignoring soil erosion prevention measures