SS6G8- Europe's Environmental Issues

Miranda is a scientist studying the effects of a nuclear reactor explosion that released radioactive material into the atmosphere. Though the accident occurred over thirty years ago, the area surrounding the accident remains uninhabitable.

• Germany

• Brazil

• England

• Ukraine

In what way does acid rain pose a threat to the German economy?

• Germany must pay to repair damaged bridges and roads.

• Acid rain damages the resources on which the timber (trees) industry relies.

• Germany must pay for health care due to the health issues created by acid rain.

• Acid rain significantly damages the tools on which the mining industry relies.

Which statement about air pollution in the United Kingdom (UK) is correct? Hint: What is the MAIN cause of air pollution in the UK TODAY?

• Historically, air pollution in the UK was created by construction; today most air pollution comes from factories.

• Historically, air pollution in the UK came from factories; today most air pollution comes from automobiles.

• Historically, air pollution in the UK came from automobiles; today most air pollution comes from large farms

• Historically, air pollution in the UK came from large farms; today most air pollution is caused by construction.

What is a negative effect of smog (fog and air pollution) that affects the people of London, England?

• It erodes soil and rock

• It harms farmers' crops

• It contaminates groundwater

• It causes respiratory (lung) problems

Since 1986, Ukraine has experienced significant environmental issues that can be traced to which cause?

• Increased reliance upon unsustainable agricultural practices

• A nuclear disaster at one of the country's major power plants

• The lifting of regulations designed to limit industrial emissions.

• A rapid increase in the population following a period of civil war.

A nuclear accident caused which city to be abandoned in the 1980s?

• Berlin, Germany

• Chernobyl. Ukraine

• Manchester, England

• Moscow, Russia

Which of the following is NOT a concern associated with acid rain in Germany? Hint: Which answer choice does not contribute to acid rain?

• harm to natural habitats

• contamination of drinking water

• emigration resulting from job losses

• damage to historical statues and buildings

Many German forests have been damaged by acid rain. What is one major cause of acid rain in Germany?

• water pollution

• oil drilling

• illegal logging

• industrial emissions (factory smoke)

How has population growth in the United Kingdom contributed to air pollution over time? Hint: Think about a large group of people and cars, trucks, trains, public transportation.

• Population growth caused farmers to use more fertilizers to increase production.

• Population growth caused an increase in automobile traffic in the country's cities.

• Population growth caused the government to open protected areas of development.

• Population growth has increased industrial demand for power from nuclear energy plants.

Anna is a scientist in Europe. She is studying how wildlife recovers from environmental disasters by radio tagging wolves and studying how they develop over time. She is very interested in animals that do not develop correctly because of radiation exposure (nuclear disaster). Where is Anna MOST LIKELY studying wolves?

• Ukraine

• France

• Germany

• Italy