Human Impact on Environment

What is sustainable development?

• A method of using resources that only benefits the current generation.

• A way of using resources to meet current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

• A strategy to maximize profits for businesses in the short term.

• An approach that prioritizes economic growth over environmental protection.

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What is recycling?

• Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new products to prevent waste and reduce the consumption of fresh raw materials.

• Recycling is the act of throwing away old products without any further use.

• Recycling involves burning waste materials to generate energy.

• Recycling is the process of collecting and storing waste materials without any processing.

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What are greenhouse gases?

• Gases that cool the atmosphere

• Gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, including carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide.

• Gases that are produced by plants during photosynthesis

• Gases that are only found in industrial areas

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What is deforestation?

• The process of planting trees in a forest.

• The large-scale removal of trees from forests, often to make way for agriculture or urban development.

• A method of conserving forest resources.

• The natural cycle of forest growth and decay.

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Why is biodiversity important?

• It helps maintain ecological balance and supports food webs.

• It reduces the number of species in an ecosystem.

• It increases competition among species.

• It eliminates the need for agriculture.

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What is climate change?

• A temporary change in weather patterns

• Significant changes in global temperatures and weather patterns over time, largely driven by human activities.

• A natural phenomenon that has no impact on the environment

• A type of weather event that occurs every few years

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What is conservation?

• Conservation is the responsible management of natural resources to prevent their depletion and protect ecosystems.

• Conservation is the process of creating new ecosystems in urban areas.

• Conservation refers to the unrestricted use of natural resources for economic growth.

• Conservation is the study of animal behavior in their natural habitats.

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What is pollution?

• Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment, which can cause adverse effects on living organisms.

• Pollution is the process of cleaning the environment from harmful substances.

• Pollution refers to the natural process of recycling waste materials.

• Pollution is the increase of natural resources in an ecosystem.

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What is habitat destruction?

• The process of creating new habitats for wildlife.

• The alteration or destruction of natural habitats due to human activities.

• A method of conserving natural environments.

• The natural cycle of habitat regeneration.

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What is the role of technology in environmental protection?

• Technology has no impact on environmental protection.

• Technology can help in environmental protection by providing solutions for waste management, renewable energy, and pollution reduction.

• Technology is only useful for economic growth, not environmental issues.

• Technology can worsen environmental problems by increasing waste.

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