Environmental Science Quiz

What is an endangered species?

• A species that is thriving

• A species that is in danger of becoming extinct

• A species that is commonly found

• A species that is extinct

What does the term 'extinct' refer to?

• A species that is protected by law

• A species that is no longer existing

• A species that is in danger of extinction

• A species that is adapting to its environment

What is the greenhouse effect?

• The cooling of the earth's surface

• The warming trend caused by trapped solar radiation

• The depletion of the ozone layer

• The process of photosynthesis

What is pollution?

• The natural cycle of ecosystems

• The preservation of natural resources

• Contaminating material that pollutes

• The process of recycling waste

What is a poacher?

• A person who protects wildlife

• A person who illegally hunts on another's property

• A person who studies animal behavior

• A person who works in conservation