2-13 Environmental Science Quiz

What is the definition of environmental pollution?

• Excessive use of natural resources

• Regulation of air and water quality

• An improvement in ecosystem stability

• Contamination of the environment by harmful substances or energy

Which of the following is considered an air pollutant?

• Pesticides

• Oil spills

• Carbon monoxide

• Heavy metals

What pollutant is responsible for reducing oxygen-carrying capacity in blood?

• Carbon monoxide

• Sulfur dioxide

• Nitrogen oxides

• Particulate matter

What major air pollutant contributes to acid rain?

• Carbon dioxide

• Sulfur dioxide

• Methane

• Ozone

Which air pollutant is formed by the reaction of NOx with volatile organic compounds?

• Carbon monoxide

• Particulate matter

• Sulfur dioxide

• Ozone

What type of pollution is caused by heavy machinery and construction activities?

• Light pollution

• Noise pollution

• Soil pollution

• Water pollution

Which of the following best describes particulate matter?

• Large plastic debris

• Tiny solid particles and liquid droplets in air

• Gas formed in volcanic eruptions

• Wastewater from homes

Which is a water pollutant caused by industrial accidents?

• Plastic

• Heavy metals

• Oil spills

• Pesticides

What is a potential environmental consequence of using pesticides on soil?

• Increased pH

• Decreased crop yield

• Air pollution

• Groundwater contamination

Why are fertilizers considered soil pollutants?

• They are biodegradable

• They promote acid rain

• They lead to nutrient imbalance and acidification

• They emit greenhouse gases