Environmental Science Quiz

What is the dominant wind direction called?

• Air Masses

• North Atlantic Drift

• Prevailing Wind

• Continentality

Which air mass caused heavy snow in the UK during 2009-2010?

• Tropical Maritime

• Arctic Maritime

• Tropical Continental

• North Atlantic Drift

What is a potential environmental impact of fracking?

• Increased fish population

• Improved air quality

• Contaminated water supply

• Reduced noise pollution

Which of the following is a renewable energy source in the UK?

• Coal

• Natural Gas

• Nuclear

• Wind

What is a consequence of using large trawlers in commercial fishing?

• Increased biodiversity

• Overfishing of popular fish

• Reduced chemical use

• Improved water quality

What is a positive aspect of using renewable energy according to the document?

• Highly polluting

• Infinite energy supply

• Very expensive to run

• Limited supply

What is a negative aspect of using solar panels for energy?

• Visual pollution of the local area

• Expensive to set up

• Highly polluting

• Limited supply

According to the document, what has seen the largest increase in energy use in the UK?

• Coal

• Nuclear

• Gas

• Solar

What was the main source of energy in the UK in 1950?

• Gas

• Wind

• Coal

• Solar

What is one of the government sustainable energy solutions mentioned in the document?

• Increase coal usage

• Develop nuclear energy

• Reduce wind energy

• Increase gas consumption