Environmental Science Concepts

This video tutorial introduces key vocabulary related to ecology, including terms like renewable energy, endangered species, and ecosystem. It explains different types of renewable energy such as solar, wind, and geothermal. The video also covers environmental concepts like greening, damping, and deforestation, and discusses atmospheric issues like acid rain and the ozone layer. The tutorial concludes with a practice session to reinforce the vocabulary learned.

What is the study of relationships between living organisms and their environment called?

• Ecology

• Geology

• Biology

• Meteorology

Which type of energy is derived from the sun?

• Hydro energy

• Wind energy

• Solar energy

• Biomass energy

Which type of energy is produced using wind turbines?

• Solar energy

• Wind energy

• Hydro energy

• Geothermal energy

What is the term for species that are at risk of extinction?

• Endangered species

• Invasive species

• Native species

• Exotic species

What is the term for the process of making an area greener by planting trees and plants?

• Deforestation

• Greening

• Industrialization

• Urbanization

What is the process of converting waste materials into reusable materials called?

• Incineration

• Landfilling

• Recycling

• Composting

What is the term for the destruction of large areas of forests?

• Desertification

• Reforestation

• Deforestation

• Afforestation

What is the term for the harmful rain that results from burning fossil fuels?

• Torrential rain

• Monsoon rain

• Hailstorm

• Acid rain

Which layer of the atmosphere contains ozone that protects Earth from ultraviolet radiation?

• Troposphere

• Thermosphere

• Mesosphere

• Stratosphere

What is the term for the variety of plant and animal species in an environment?

• Habitat

• Ecosystem

• Monoculture

• Biodiversity