Environmental Effects

Which of the following is NOT considered a natural/renewable resource?

• wind

• oil

• water

• sunlight

Which of the following is a result of greenhouse gases?

• global warming

• water pollution

• fossil fuels

• energy

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If the amount of greenhouse gases continues to rise, which might be a result?

• cooler climates

• less natural disasters

• rising sea levels

• decrease in air pollution

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Why is cotton considered a renewable resource?

• Once cotton is used up, it can never be replaced.

• Cotton is made from wool which comes from sheep, and sheep are sustainable.

• Cotton is made from fossil fuels which can be replaced.

The amount of carbon dioxide in Earth's atmosphere is increasing. This will affect

• how the Earth spins on its axis.

• how quickly fossil fuels are created.

• Earth's weather & climate.

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Earth's water is divided between salt water and freshwater. Why should we be very careful to protect our water--especially fresh water?

• Freshwater is naturally cleaned by nature; we don't really have to worry about protecting it.

• All living things depend on freshwater.

• Most water is saltwater, and it will never run out.

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Which greenhouse gas is the main pollutant associated with global warming?

• coal

• oil

• nitrogen

• carbon dioxide

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Over the past 100 years, Earth has seen a gradual increase in the temperature of the atmosphere. This is known as

• greenhouse gases

• drought

• global warming

• heat

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In order for our planet to continue to support life, everyone needs to work together to manage and use Earth's resources. This is know as

• conservation

• recycling

• sustainability

• condensation

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Car companies are slowly increasing the number of cars that are powered by electricity or even solar power. Why is this important?

• Electric cars are smaller and more fun to drive.

• Everyone has access to electricity so electric cars just make sense.

• Gasoline powered cars are using up the fossil fuel supply and cause a lot of pollution.

• Electric and solar powered cars are cheaper and easier to maintain.

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