Pearson - 9Ed - Problems with Materials

What gas is released by the combustion of fossil fuels that contributes to the greenhouse effect?

• Hydrogen (H₂)

• Nitrogen (N₂)

• Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)

• Oxygen (O₂)

Which gas is produced by incomplete combustion due to a lack of oxygen?

• Methane (CH₄)

• Carbon Monoxide (CO)

• Sulfur Dioxide (SO₂)

• Nitrogen Oxide (NO)

What environmental issue is caused by sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides dissolving in moisture?

• Ozone depletion

• Global warming

• Acid rain

• Deforestation

What is the result of the reaction between an acid and a metal carbonate?

• Water and hydrogen

• Carbon dioxide and nitrogen

• Salt, water, and carbon dioxide

• Salt and oxygen

What is the process called when toxins increase in concentration as they move up the food chain?

• Biomagnification

• Bioaccumulation

• Bioremediation

• Biodegradation

What type of materials are designed to last a long time and do not break down naturally?

• Compostable materials

• Non-biodegradable materials

• Renewable resources

• Biodegradable materials

What harmful substance was released by a factory in Minamata, Japan, affecting the local population?

• Cadmium

• Arsenic

• Mercury

• Lead

What is a disadvantage of burning non-biodegradable polymers?

• It reduces waste

• It releases toxic gases

• It is environmentally friendly

• It produces useful energy

What is one advantage of using biodegradable plastic bags made from corn starch?

• They are cheaper than regular plastic bags

• They can be reused indefinitely

• They break down in the soil

• They are stronger than regular plastic bags

What is a major environmental concern associated with plastic bags made of polythene?

• They are biodegradable

• They are attractive to wildlife

• They take a long time to break down

• They are made from renewable resources