Worksheetssustainability and Hydrology
Total questions: 45
Worksheet time: 22mins
Which of these statements is true?
There are no environmental issues with computing
Only the greenhouse effect is linked to computers
The advance in technology should not worry about the environment
There are environmental benefits and drawbacks to developing technology
Which one of these is not an environmental issue?
Gaining unauthorized Access to a computer network
Sending old tech to landfill
Safe disposal of toxic and carcinogenic components
Leaving electronic devices on standby
Why are data centres an environmental issue?
They are really large
They consume a lot of power
They take up a lot of green space
They employ too many people
Which category does E-Waste fall under?
Ethical
Legal
Cultural
Environmental
Which of the below are environmental concerns? (tick all that apply)
E-Waste
Depletion of natural resources
AI becoming self aware
Hackers
Power consumption
What does the term E-Waste mean?
Extra Waste - all of the extra waste created by old computing equipment
Electronic waste – discarded electrical and electronic components.
Electric Waste - Electricity being wasted when it is isn't needed eg leaving devices on stand-by
Environmental Waste - when the environment is being wasted because of all of the harmful products leaking from old computers
Which of these would be considered E-Waste? (tick all that apply)
Old Laptops
Discarded Memory Sticks
Old hard-drives
Mobile Phones
Old Keyboards and Mice
The amount of E-waste reaching landfills can be substantially decreased by individuals choosing to adhere to the ‘Three Rs’. What are the three Rs?
Reduce - Reuse - Robust
Ride it Out - Reuse - Robust
Reuse - Reuse - Reuse
Reduce - Reuse - Recycle
Recycle - Robust - Rubbish
Concern over increased electricity use has led many governments to pursue renewable energy sources. Which best describes ‘renewable’ energy
Batteries that do not run out.
Energy from a source that is not depleted when used.
Energy from fossil fuels.
Nuclear energy.
When you make the energy you use eg wind up torch or radio
Which of the below are ways in which technology can help reduce energy use in a household. (Tick all that apply)
Computer-controlled environmental/heating controls eg Hive
Turning off / unplugging devices instead of leaving them on stand-by
Solar panels for on-site generation
Low-energy LED bulbs for lighting
Energy monitoring displays and meters eg Smart meter
How can technology affect climate change?
Select all that apply!
Computer Modelling helps predict future trends
People can change their devices less often to reduce waste
Smartphones can eliminate Carbon Dioxide when being used
Climate Scientists can share data easily and convince themselves the world is going to disappear in the next 10 years
What are the benefits of recycling ?
It reduces pollution .
It conserves natural resources.
It saves energy.
All the above
What percent of recycled electronics end up in developing countries?
10%
30%
50%
80%
What is precycling?
It is recycling the recycled product
It is making agreement for recycling product which purchasing
It is government process to be followed before cycling product
It is thinking about the amount of waste a product makes before purchasing it
Which does not impact the infiltration of water?
porosity/permeability of water
rate of precipitation
water table level
amount of pollution in a nearby stream
As human population increases exponentially, what happens to the amount of freshwater?
it increases
it decreases
it stabilizes
it increases then decreases
High levels of which is likely to improve biotic index of a stream?
algae growth
decaying matter
suspended solids
dissolved oxygen
Which is the most common contamination source for freshwater resources?
runoff
digging wells
melting of glaicers
lightening
Which is true of man-made dams?
reduce risk of upstream flooding
don't affect the character of the dammed river downstream
located where they don't affect preexisting farms
provide more dependable water resources for humans
How can you maximize freshwater resources?
increased infiltration to fertilize crops
reduced treatment by waste water treatment plant
reduce measures to prevent arsenic contamination
law regulating the amount of pollution dissolved in a river
Which is a non-point source of pollution?
toxic waste given off by a chemical research facility
exhaust from car tailpipes
emissions ejected from smokestacks
fertilizers washed away from farmlands by runoff
Why are ocean current important to coastal regions?
they produce high and low tides
they can warm or cool the air temps
they can vertically push warm water and nutrients up
they increase the rate of precip. as cold water moves in
What is true about seawalls?
they protect coastal areas but cause erosion
they don't protect coastal areas but reduce erosion
they protect coastal areas and reduce erosion
they don't protect coastal areas and cause erosion
What is formed when impermeable rock forces ground water to move up to the Earth's surface?
spring
aquifer
geyser
well
What is a drawback to the extensive use of irrigation?
crops don't receive sufficient water
flooding increases
groundwater levels decrease
pollution increases
Which can cause the salinity of a town well to increase?
increases in global temperature
decreases in use of irrigation
glacial melting
saltwater intrusion
Which is true of groundwater and surface water?
more groundwater then surface water increases
more groundwater then surface water decreases
less ground water then surface water increases
no connection between the two
How is the beach structure beneficial in protecting recreational beaches?
it accelerates sediment loss
it creases sand dunes along the shoreline
it reduces sediment loss and controls erosion
they reflect waves and reduce flooding
This shows expansion around a lake for 30 years. What happens to the ground and surface water?
they both improve
they both get worse
groundwater gets better and surface water gets worse
groundwater gets worse and surface water gets better
What is a key focus in the principles of sustainability in the construction industry?
Cost reduction
Waste management
Speed of construction
Aesthetic design
What does the text identify as a range of solutions in the construction industry?
Traditional methods
Sustainable solutions
Expensive materials
Quick fixes
What does the document suggest about the use of materials in construction?
Only traditional materials should be used.
Different materials are part of sustainable solutions.
Materials are not important in construction.
Only expensive materials are sustainable.
How can energy consumption be reduced in construction projects?
By using more machinery
By reducing energy consumption and waste
By increasing the use of fossil fuels
By ignoring energy efficiency
Which practice contributes to creating a healthy and eco-friendly environment in construction?
Using toxic materials
Creating a healthy and eco-friendly environment
Ignoring waste management
Increasing pollution
What is a key aspect of sourcing materials sustainably in construction?
Sourcing materials from overseas
Sourcing materials locally
Using only synthetic materials
Ignoring local resources
What does creating a healthy environment in construction involve?
Increasing pollution
Creating a healthy and eco-friendly environment
Using harmful chemicals
Ignoring air quality
Life cycle assessment includes:
Only the design phase
All stages of the life of the products and processes used
Only the construction phase
Only the demolition phase
What does the construction industry need to focus on for sustainability?
Increasing resource usage
Reducing pollution
Ignoring future generations
Using non-renewable resources
What is one way to preserve and enhance biodiversity in construction?
Use toxic materials
Destroy natural habitats
Preserve and enhance biodiversity
Increase pollution
What principle involves reducing the impact on the local environment?
Use lean construction principles
Respect the local environment
Increase energy use
Ignore biodiversity
How can construction projects support biodiversity?
Destroy ecosystems
Preserve and enhance biodiversity
Increase deforestation
Use more land
Which of the following is included in the description of heritage?
Shopping malls
Battlefields, castles, streets, parks, and gardens
Skyscrapers
Industrial zones
What is the role of the Heritage Protection Bill in construction?
To encourage new architectural styles
To control and minimize changes to historical buildings
To promote industrial development
To increase property taxes
Which of the following is NOT a part of the construction life cycle?
Initiation
Marketing
Planning
Closing
