Understanding Environmental Vocabulary

What is a "zero waste system" primarily focused on achieving?

• Increasing landfill usage

• Reducing trash in the landfill and maximizing recycling

• Promoting the use of fossil fuels

• Encouraging single-use plastics

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CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Which of the following best describes a "midden"?

• A type of composting method

• A pile of garbage, often buried underground

• A tool used for recycling

• A natural fertilizer

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the primary purpose of composting?

• To increase global warming

• To convert food waste into nutrient-rich soil

• To create more pollution

• To burn waste materials

Which of the following is a major contributor to global warming?

• Planting trees

• Emission of greenhouse gases

• Using solar panels

• Recycling plastic

What is one of the main effects of pollution on the environment?

• Improved air quality

• Decreased biodiversity

• Increased plant growth

• Enhanced water clarity

How does a zero waste system benefit the environment?

• By increasing the amount of waste in landfills

• By reducing the need for new raw materials

• By promoting the use of non-renewable resources

• By encouraging the use of disposable products

What historical significance do middens have for archaeologists?

• They provide insights into diets and lifestyles of past society

• They are used to build modern structures

• They are a source of renewable energy

• They help in predicting weather patterns

Which of the following materials is best suited for composting?

• Plastic bottles

• Metal cans

• Fruit and vegetable scraps

• Glass jars

What is a common strategy to combat global warming?

• Increasing the use of coal

• Reducing carbon emissions

• Cutting down more trees

• Expanding urban areas

Which of the following actions can help reduce pollution?

• Using public transportation

• Burning more fossil fuels

• Increasing industrial waste

• Using more plastic bags