Environmental Science Quiz

What is the process of breaking down dead organic matter by microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi?

• Combustion

• Decomposition

• Fossilization

• Photosynthesis

What is released into the atmosphere during the combustion of fossil fuels?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon dioxide

• Helium

Which of the following is a major component of greenhouse gases?

• Oxygen

• Carbon dioxide

• Hydrogen

• Neon

What are fossil fuels primarily composed of?

• Water and minerals

• Combustible materials from ancient organisms

• Metals and rocks

• Synthetic chemicals

What is the definition of deforestation?

• The planting of trees in urban areas.

• The clearing of forests for other uses such as farming or building.

• The natural growth of forests over time.

• The protection of forests from human activities.

What is climate change?

• A temporary change in weather patterns.

• The long-term shift in global weather patterns, often caused by human activities.

• A sudden drop in global temperatures.

• The immediate effect of a volcanic eruption on weather.

What is the chemical formula for glucose?

• C6H12O6

• H2O

• CO2

• O2

What process do plants use to convert sunlight into chemical energy?

• Cellular respiration

• Photosynthesis

• Fermentation

• Glycolysis

Which process involves the breakdown of glucose to release energy?

• Photosynthesis

• Cellular respiration

• Carbon fixation

• Nitrogen cycle

Which of the following is an example of deforestation?

• Planting new trees in a city park.

• Cutting down a forest to build a shopping mall.

• Protecting a rainforest from logging.

• Allowing a forest to grow naturally.