ecocology Flashcards
What is ecology?
Ecology is the study of interactions between living organisms and their environment.
What human activity is the primary cause of ozone layer depletion?
The release of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) into the atmosphere.
True or False: The ozone layer protects the Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
True
Fill in the blank: The major greenhouse gas responsible for climate change is ______.
carbon dioxide
What are the effects of acid rain?
Acid rain can harm aquatic life, damage forests, and erode buildings.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a consequence of deforestation? A) Increased biodiversity B) Habitat loss C) Improved air quality
B) Habitat loss
What is the greenhouse effect?
The greenhouse effect is the warming of the Earth’s surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases.
True or False: Plastic pollution is a major threat to marine life.
True
What is biodiversity?
Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.
Fill in the blank: The primary source of air pollution in urban areas is ______.
vehicle emissions
What is the impact of overfishing on marine ecosystems?
Overfishing can lead to the depletion of fish populations and disrupt marine food webs.
Multiple Choice: Which gas is primarily responsible for global warming? A) Oxygen B) Methane C) Nitrogen
B) Methane
What is habitat destruction?
Habitat destruction is the process in which natural habitat becomes unable to support the species present.
True or False: Renewable energy sources can help reduce pollution.
True
What are invasive species?
Invasive species are non-native organisms that disrupt local ecosystems.
Fill in the blank: The phenomenon of climate change is primarily driven by human ______.
activity
What is the role of trees in combating climate change?
Trees absorb carbon dioxide, helping to mitigate the effects of climate change.
Multiple Choice: What is a common consequence of soil erosion? A) Increased fertility B) Loss of topsoil C) Improved crop yields
B) Loss of topsoil
True or False: Urbanization has no impact on local ecosystems.
False
What is the significance of the Kyoto Protocol?
The Kyoto Protocol is an international agreement aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Fill in the blank: The process by which water vapor turns into liquid water is called ______.
condensation
What are the effects of global warming on polar ice caps?
Global warming causes polar ice caps to melt, leading to rising sea levels.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a major contributor to air pollution? A) Solar energy B) Coal burning C) Wind energy
B) Coal burning
What is carbon footprint?
A carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gases produced directly and indirectly by an individual or organization.
