Belizean Studies Exam

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What is the primary greenhouse gas responsible for the majority of human-induced global warming?

• Carbon dioxide
• Methane
• Nitrous oxide
• Ozone

Which of the following activities contributes significantly to deforestation and loss of carbon sinks?

• Sustainable agriculture
• Expansion of urban green spaces
• Industrial logging
• Reforestation efforts

What is the main impact of ocean acidification, a consequence of increased carbon dioxide absorption by the oceans?

• Increased marine biodiversity
• Coral bleaching and degradation
• Accelerated sea level rise
• Expansion of favorable fishing grounds

How do aerosols released into the atmosphere contribute to climate change?

• By trapping heat and causing global warming
• By reflecting sunlight and cooling the Earth's surface
• By increasing the ozone layer's thickness
• By depleting the ozone layer and inducing heat waves

What is a major consequence of the melting of polar ice caps and glaciers due to global temperature rise?

• Reduced risk of coastal flooding
• Disruption of ocean currents
• Expansion of polar bear habitats
• Decreased sea levels

What is a key benefit of transitioning to renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power?

• Increased reliance on fossil fuels
• Reduced air quality due to pollution
• Mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions
• Erosion of natural habitats

Which of the following is an example of an adaptation strategy to cope with the impacts of climate change?

• Implementing energy conservation measures
• Constructing seawalls to protect coastal areas
• Expanding fossil fuel extraction operations
• Promoting deforestation for agricultural expansion

What is an effective way for individuals to reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to climate change mitigation?

• Conserving water by avoiding recycling
• Using energy-efficient appliances and lighting
• Increasing reliance on single-use plastics
• Disposing of electronic waste in landfills

What is a significant advantage of sustainable transportation options, such as cycling and public transit, in mitigating climate change?

• Increased greenhouse gas emissions
• Reduced reliance on fossil fuels
• Accelerated urban sprawl
• Exhaustion of natural resources