Environmental Impact and Land Use Quiz

Explore environmental impact assessment with this quiz covering global warming, deforestation, renewable energy, pollution, and more.

#1

Which greenhouse gas is primarily responsible for global warming?

Methane
Carbon Dioxide
Nitrous Oxide
Ozone
#2

Which of the following is a consequence of eutrophication?

Increased biodiversity
Enhanced water quality
Excessive algae growth and oxygen depletion
Decreased nutrient levels
#3

What is the main source of mercury pollution in aquatic ecosystems?

Industrial discharges
Volcanic eruptions
Pesticide runoff
Natural weathering of rocks
#4

What is the primary cause of the hole in the ozone layer?

Greenhouse gas emissions
Nuclear testing
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
Deforestation
#5

Which of the following is a key factor contributing to the loss of biodiversity?

Afforestation
Habitat destruction
Marine conservation
Wildlife rehabilitation
#6

What is the main purpose of deforestation?

Increase biodiversity
Enhance soil fertility
Harvest timber and clear land for agriculture
Reduce air pollution
#7

Which of the following is a non-renewable energy source?

Solar Power
Wind Energy
Natural Gas
Hydropower
#8

What is the primary cause of ozone layer depletion?

Carbon emissions
Methane emissions
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
Deforestation
#9

Which international agreement aims to combat climate change by limiting global warming?

Kyoto Protocol
Paris Agreement
Montreal Protocol
Rio Declaration
#10

Which type of waste is considered the most challenging to manage and dispose of?

Biodegradable waste
Recyclable waste
Hazardous waste
Electronic waste
#11

What is the primary cause of coral bleaching in oceans?

Ocean acidification
Overfishing
Global warming
Illegal fishing practices
#12

Which of the following is a renewable energy source derived from organic matter?

Natural Gas
Coal
Biomass
Nuclear Power
#13

What is the primary cause of soil erosion?

Heavy rainfall
Planting cover crops
Reducing agricultural activities
Application of fertilizers
#14

What is the concept of 'carbon footprint' related to?

Energy efficiency
Total greenhouse gas emissions caused by an individual, event, organization, or product
Water conservation
Forest preservation
#15

What is the term for the gradual increase in the Earth's average surface temperature?

Global cooling
Thermal expansion
Global warming
Albedo effect
#16

Which of the following is a sustainable farming practice that aims to mimic natural ecosystems?

Monoculture
Agroforestry
Desertification
Slash-and-burn agriculture
#17

Which gas contributes significantly to indoor air pollution?

Ozone
Carbon monoxide
Nitrogen dioxide
Sulfur dioxide
#18

What is the concept of 'biodiversity hotspots' related to?

Areas with the highest species abundance
Regions with critically endangered species
Locations with the lowest species diversity
Zones with extreme climate conditions
#19

Which pollutant is responsible for forming acid rain?

Carbon dioxide
Sulfur dioxide
Nitrogen oxide
Methane

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