Environmental Awareness Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a primary type of pollution?

• Air pollution

• Water pollution

• Land pollution

• Noise pollution

The release of harmful gases into the atmosphere is known as:

• Water pollution

• Land pollution

• Air pollution

• Noise pollution

Acid rain is primarily caused by:

• Excessive use of fertilizers

• Burning of fossil fuels

• Deforestation

• Industrial waste disposal

The process by which the Earth's atmosphere traps heat is called:

• Global warming

• Ozone depletion

• Acid rain

• Deforestation

Which of the following is a major contributor to water pollution?

• Industrial waste

• Agricultural runoff

• Domestic sewage

• All of the above

Landfills are primarily associated with:

• Air pollution

• Water pollution

• Land pollution

• Noise pollution

The depletion of the ozone layer is mainly caused by:

• Greenhouse gases

• Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)

• Carbon monoxide

• Nitrogen oxides

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of deforestation?

• Soil erosion

• Climate change

• Increased biodiversity

• Flooding

The process of cleaning polluted water is called:

• Water purification

• Water conservation

• Water recycling

• Water harvesting

Which of the following is a renewable energy source that can help reduce air pollution?

• Coal

• Oil

• Solar power

• Natural gas