Y4 Quiz Week 10

What is noise pollution?

• Noise pollution is the absence of any sound in the environment.

• Noise pollution is the presence of pleasant sounds in the environment.

• Noise pollution is the presence of excessive or disruptive noise in the environment that can have harmful effects on human health and well-being.

• Noise pollution is the presence of colorful lights in the environment.

Name one example of renewable energy.

• Solar power

• Geothermal energy

• Wind power

• Hydropower

What are non-renewable energy sources?

• Hydropower and geothermal energy

• Biomass and biofuels

• Solar and wind energy

• Fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas) and nuclear energy

How does air pollution affect the environment?

• Air pollution contributes to global warming, harms human health, damages ecosystems, and reduces air quality.

• Air pollution has no impact on the environment

• Air pollution promotes biodiversity

• Air pollution helps in improving air quality

What are fossil fuels?

• Man-made fuels created in laboratories

• Renewable energy sources

• Natural fuels formed from the remains of living organisms over millions of years.

• Fuels extracted from outer space

How can noise pollution be reduced?

• Remove all vegetation

• Implement soundproofing measures, use noise barriers, plant trees, enforce noise regulations, promote quieter technologies

• Increase the volume of loud noises

• Encourage the use of noisy machinery

List three examples of renewable energy sources.

• Biomass energy

• Solar energy, Wind energy, Hydropower

• Geothermal energy

• Nuclear energy

Why are non-renewable energy sources harmful?

• Non-renewable energy sources are cheaper and more efficient than renewable sources

• Non-renewable energy sources are actually beneficial for the environment

• Non-renewable energy sources release harmful emissions and pollutants when burned, leading to environmental damage.

• Non-renewable energy sources do not contribute to air pollution

What are the main causes of air pollution?

• Increased use of renewable energy sources

• Excessive use of bicycles

• Overconsumption of fruits and vegetables

• Emissions from vehicles, industrial activities, burning of fossil fuels, agricultural practices, and waste incineration.

How are fossil fuels formed?

• Fossil fuels are a result of extraterrestrial impact

• Fossil fuels are created by mixing chemicals in a lab

• Fossil fuels are formed from volcanic eruptions

• Fossil fuels are formed from the remains of plants and animals that decomposed under high pressure and heat over millions of years.