Topic 8 test

What effect does increased population growth have on natural resources?

• Decreased pollution

• More sustainable natural resources.

• Increased consumption of natural resources.

• Fewer endangered species

What is a common consequence of industrial cities not implementing laws that control emissions produced by things like transportation and factories ?

• Cleaner air

• Increased respiratory problems among residents

• Decreased acid rain

• Lower carbon dioxide release

A growing city needs to increase crop production. What is a direct effect of expanding agricultural land?

• More urban parks

• Loss of natural habitats

• Decreased pesticide use

• Increased water quality in nearby rivers

What is the direct impact of constructing a new shopping mall in a forested area of a town?

• Decreased economic activity

• Increased local wildlife diversity

• Loss of biodiversity

• More agricultural land

In a scenario where a city implements strict air quality regulations, what is the likely result?

• Higher emissions from vehicles

• Increased industrial pollution

• Less smog and less health issues

• More use of fossil fuels

A factory increases its production significantly. What is the most likely effect on the local air quality?

• Improved air quality

• Increased air pollution

• More consistent wind patterns

• Cooler temperatures

How does deforestation most likely affect local ecosystems?

• Enhances biodiversity

• Leads to soil erosion and habitat loss

• Improves soil fertility

• Increases water retention

Why would planting trees in urban areas help reduce air pollution?

• Trees control pollution caused by plastic

• Trees block solar radiation and eliminate all types of pollutants

• Trees increase temperature by releasing carbon dioxide

• Trees absorb carbon dioxide which is a common pollutant

A local power plant switches from coal to renewable energy. What is the likely impact on local air quality?

• Worsening air quality

• Increased acid rain

• Improved air quality

• More greenhouse gas emissions

A city is experiencing rapid population growth. Which of the following is a likely result of this growth?

• Decreased air pollution

• Reduced traffic congestion

• Increased deforestation to give space for housing

• Lower energy consumption