Belarus: Ecosystems and Environmental Issues

What rank does Belarus hold in ecosystem protection?

• 49th

• 60th

• 15th

• 30th

What percentage of Belarus is designated as natural reserves?

• 8%

• 5%

• 15%

• 9%

What major disaster has negatively impacted Belarus's ecology?

• Fukushima disaster

• Hurricane Katrina

• Chernobyl disaster

• Deepwater Horizon oil spill

How many people live in areas affected by radioactive contamination in Belarus?

• 150,000

• 1000000

• 300,000

• 500,000

What type of waste management does Belarus lag behind in?

• Organic waste management

• Electronic waste management

• Hazardous waste management

• Recycling waste management

Approximately how many types of waste are produced in Belarus?

• Approximately 150 types of waste.

• Approximately 10 types of waste.

• Approximately 1500 types of waste.

• Approximately 2000 types of waste.

What is the primary method of waste disposal in Belarus?

• Incineration

• Landfilling

• Recycling

• Composting

What role do specially protected natural areas play in Belarus?

• They serve as tourist attractions for entertainment.

• They conserve biodiversity and protect ecosystems.

• They are primarily used for agricultural expansion.

• They promote urban development and construction.

What is the main radioactive element mentioned that contaminates Belarus?

• Cesium-137

• Plutonium-239

• Radon-222

• Uranium-235

What steps has the Belarusian government taken regarding waste management?

• The Belarusian government has introduced a national waste management strategy, established recycling programs, and promoted waste sorting.

• Belarus has implemented a tax on waste generation without any management strategy.

• The government has focused solely on incineration without recycling.

• The Belarusian government has banned all forms of waste disposal.