Env. Systems Intro Assessment

What is the primary cause of global warming?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Increased solar activity

• human activities, such as burning fossil fuels

• Natural climate cycles

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

Define biodiversity and explain why it is important for ecosystems.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Deforestation can lead to a decrease in atmospheric carbon dioxide levels.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Match the following terms to their definitions.

• Excessive nutrients in water

• Renewable resource

• energy from ancient remains

• Photosynthesis

• Plants convert sunlight into energy

• Fossil fuels

• Natural resource can be replenished

• Eutrophication

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

The process by which water vapor turns into liquid water is called

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which of the following gases is not a greenhouse gas?

• Carbon dioxide

• Methane

• Oxygen

• Nitrous Oxide

What is an ecological footprint, and how can individuals reduce theirs?

The ozone layer protects Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation.

• True

• False

Match each type of pollution to its primary source.

• industrial emissions and vehicle exhaust

• Soil Pollution

• Pesticides and improper waste disposal

• Air Pollution

• Construction sites and traffic

• Noise Pollution

• Agriculture runoff and industrial waste

• Water Pollution

What is the main purpose of the Clean Air Act?

• To reduce water pollution

• To control the use of pesticides

• To regulate emissions of hazardous air pollutants

• To protect endangered species