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WorksheetsChapter 5 AICE Environmental Management
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 45mins
What does 'Homogeneous' mean?
Consisting of parts all of the same kind.
Made up of different types of elements.
Having a uniform structure or composition.
Composed of various unrelated components.
Define 'Biodiversity'.
The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.
The total number of species in a specific area.
The genetic differences within a species.
The number of ecosystems in a geographical region.
What does aquaponics combine?
Hydroponics and aquaculture.
Soil farming and aquaculture.
Hydroponics and traditional farming.
Aquaculture and permaculture.
What is 'Renewable Energy'?
Energy from fossil fuels that are non-replenishable.
Energy from sources that are naturally replenished, such as solar, wind, and hydro.
Energy that is generated from nuclear reactions.
Energy that is produced by burning biomass.
Define 'Climate Change'.
Long-term alteration of temperature and typical weather patterns in a place.
A sudden change in weather conditions.
The increase in the number of natural disasters.
A temporary fluctuation in climate.
What does 'Sustainable Agriculture' mean?
Farming practices that meet current food needs without compromising future generations' ability to produce food.
Agricultural methods that prioritize profit over environmental health.
Farming techniques that rely solely on chemical fertilizers and pesticides.
Practices that focus on maximizing crop yield regardless of environmental impact.
What is 'Aquaculture'?
The farming of aquatic organisms, such as fish, crustaceans, and aquatic plants.
The study of ocean currents and tides.
The process of breeding land animals for food.
The cultivation of terrestrial plants in greenhouses.
What are the impacts of energy insecurity?
Increased energy prices
Economic growth
Social stability
Technological advancement
What is 'Deforestation'?
The process of planting trees in a forest.
The clearing or thinning of forests by humans.
The natural growth of forests over time.
The practice of conserving forest areas.
What is 'Pollution'?
The introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment.
A natural process that cleans the air and water.
The increase of biodiversity in an ecosystem.
The process of recycling waste materials.
What is 'Sustainable Development'?
Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
A method of development that focuses solely on economic growth.
A strategy that prioritizes immediate benefits over long-term sustainability.
An approach that disregards environmental concerns for industrial progress.
What is 'Ecosystem Services'?
The benefits that humans derive from ecosystems, including provisioning, regulating, cultural, and supporting services.
The process of converting solar energy into chemical energy by plants.
The study of interactions between organisms and their environment.
The management of natural resources to prevent depletion.
Define 'Carbon Footprint'.
The total amount of greenhouse gases emitted directly or indirectly by an individual, organization, event, or product.
The measure of the amount of carbon dioxide produced by burning fossil fuels.
The total weight of carbon in a product or service.
The amount of carbon stored in trees and plants.
What is selective breeding?
Choosing specific animals to breed based on desired traits.
Breeding animals randomly to increase genetic diversity.
Selecting animals for breeding based on their ability to survive in the wild.
Crossbreeding different species to create hybrids.
What is a 'Subsistence farmer'?
A farmer who grows enough food to feed themselves and their family.
A farmer who grows crops for commercial sale only.
A farmer who relies on imported food for their family.
A farmer who uses advanced technology to maximize crop yield.
