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Environment Flashcards

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What is defined as the sum total of all living and non-living elements that influence human life?

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Environment

The environment encompasses all elements that affect human existence.

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List the four functions of the environment.

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  • Provides resources
  • Sustain life
  • Assimilates waste
  • Enhance the quality of life
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What is the first principle of the environment?

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Nature knows best

Disruptions to natural cycles can lead to ecological imbalances.

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Why is the extinction of any species significant?

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Each organism plays an important role in nature, and its loss disrupts natural balance.

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What does the principle ‘everything is connected to everything else’ imply?

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All biotic and abiotic components in an ecosystem interact to sustain it.

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True or False: The environment is static and does not change.

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False

The environment is constantly changing, and human actions can exacerbate these changes.

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Fill in the blank: The environment has the ability to absorb waste and recycle it, but improper management leads to _______.

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nuisance or poison

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What are the two classifications of Earth’s resources?

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  • Renewable
  • Non-renewable
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What does the statement ‘ours is a finite earth’ signify?

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Earth has limited resources that must be recycled over time for life to continue.

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According to the principles, what is the human role in relation to nature?

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Stewards of God’s creation

Humans are tasked with caring for nature, not destroying it.

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What does Republic Act 9003 focus on?

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Ecological Solid Waste Management

It emphasizes proper waste segregation, collection, and disposal.

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List two prohibited acts under Republic Act 9003.

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  • Littering in public places
  • Open burning of solid waste
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What are the penalties for violating Republic Act 9003?

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  • Fines ranging from P300 to P1,000
  • Community service from 1 to 15 days
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What is the primary focus of Republic Act 9275?

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Protecting the country’s bodies of water from land-based pollutants.

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List two prohibited acts under Republic Act 9275.

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  • Discharging water pollutants into water bodies
  • Unauthorized transport of sewage sludge
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What is the penalty for discharging untreated wastewater under Republic Act 9275?

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Fines of not less than Php 10,000 but not more than Php 200,000 per day of violation.

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What does Republic Act 8749 emphasize?

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Maintaining National Air Quality Guidelines values for criteria pollutants.

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Fill in the blank: Burning municipal waste in violation of the Clean Air Act can result in _______.

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two years and one day to four years imprisonment

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What are the penalties for manufacturing or selling leaded gasoline under Republic Act 8749?

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Three years and one day to five years imprisonment and fines.

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What is the penalty for manufacturing or selling unleaded gasoline that does not meet specifications?

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Three (3) years and one (1) day to five (5) years imprisonment and appropriate fines

This is in accordance with Section 8 of the regulations.

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What is the punishment for manufacturing or trading fuel or fuel additives without DOE registration?

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Two (2) years and one (1) day to four (4) years imprisonment and appropriate fines

This is specified in Section 11.

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22
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Define ‘Misfuelling’.

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Introducing leaded gasoline into a vehicle labeled ‘unleaded gasoline only’

Violators face imprisonment or a fine.

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23
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What does Republic Act 6969 restrict?

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Importation, manufacturing, processing, sales, distribution, use, and disposal of hazardous chemical substances

It aims to protect human health in the Philippines.

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What is the penalty for knowingly using a prohibited chemical substance?

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Six (6) months and one day to six (6) years imprisonment and fines from Php600.00 to Php4,000.00

This is outlined in Section 13 of RA 6969.

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What happens if a government official violates the provisions of RA 6969?

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Automatic dismissal from office and permanent disqualification from any elective or appointive position

This applies to government officials found violating the law.

26
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What is the maximum fine for violating the Environmental Compliance Certificate under Presidential Decree 1586?

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Fifty thousand pesos (P50,000.00)

This penalty is at the discretion of the National Environmental Protection Council.

27
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What must be secured before undertaking an environmentally critical project according to P.D. 1586?

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An Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC)

Section 4 of P.D. 1586 mandates this requirement.

28
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What is a Cease and Desist Order (CDO)?

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An order issued to prevent grave or irreparable damage to the environment

It is effective immediately and cannot be stayed pending appeal.

29
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List the Philippine agencies responsible for protecting the environment.

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  • DENR (Department of Environment and Natural Resources)
  • EMB (Environmental Management Bureau)
  • CCC (Climate Change Commission)
  • NSWMC (National Solid Waste Management Commission)
  • PCAARRD (Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development)

These agencies play key roles in environmental protection.

30
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What constitutes a forest?

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An ecosystem with a dense and extensive tree cover that varies by species composition and structure

Forests are often referred to as the ‘Lungs of the Earth’.

31
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What are the advantages of having forests?

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  • Acts as wind barriers
  • Provides medicinal remedies
  • Offers recreational opportunities
  • Supplies lumber
  • Promotes rainfall
  • Prevents soil erosion
  • Reduces flooding
  • Maintains atmospheric composition
  • Reduces noise pollution

Forests are vital for ecological balance and human benefit.

32
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Name the five different types of forests.

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  • Primary or Virgin Forest
  • Secondary Forest
  • Grasslands/Parang Vegetation
  • Bamboo Thicket
  • Cultivated Fields

Each type has distinct characteristics and ecological importance.

33
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What is the penalty for illegal logging in the Philippines?

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Fines ranging from P500 to P50,000 and imprisonment from six months to two years for first-time offenders

Repeat offenders face more severe penalties.

34
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What is the purpose of the Community-based Forest Management Agreement (CBFMA)?

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To establish an agreement between the DENR and Peoples Organizations for forest management

This promotes sustainable forest use and conservation.

35
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What is the NIPAS Law?

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Republic Act No. 7586, which protects areas with unique biodiversity and cultural heritage

It designates 13 protected areas in the Philippines.

36
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True or False: The maximum fine for operating a project without an ECC is P50,000.

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True

This applies to violations of the Environmental Impact Statement System.

37
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What is the National Protected Areas System (NIPAS) in the Philippines?

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A system that includes 107 areas set aside for their unique biodiversity, natural and cultural heritage.

38
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List three protected areas under the NIPAS.

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  • Batanes Protected Landscapes and Seascapes
  • Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park
  • Mount Apo Natural Park
39
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What law established the National Protected Areas System in the Philippines?

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NIPAS Law (Republic Act No. 7586)

40
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What is afforestation?

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Planting trees in areas where there were none before.

41
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Define reforestation.

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The process of reestablishing a forest on previously cleared land.

42
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What is endemic species?

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Native or confined naturally to a particular area; biologically a relic of once wide distribution.

43
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What is the Amazon rainforest known for?

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It is the world’s richest and most varied biological reservoir.

44
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True or False: The Amazon rainforest plays a crucial role in regulating the global climate.

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True

45
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What is water conservation?

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Reduction of water use, unnecessary water use, or water waste.

46
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What is water sanitation?

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The process of purifying water by eliminating harmful contaminants and pathogens.

47
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What are some methods to ensure water is safe to use?

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  • Filter
  • Disinfect
  • Test Regularly
  • Maintain Infrastructure
  • Follow Guidelines
48
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What are basic solutions to prevent risks from ineffective water sanitation?

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  • Improve Sanitation Infrastructure
  • Implement Water Treatment
  • Promote Hygiene Education
49
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What is global warming?

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Warming of the Earth’s lower atmosphere due to increased concentrations of greenhouse gases.

50
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How long can greenhouse gases remain in the atmosphere?

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For hundreds of years.

51
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What are the two main ways to manage global climate change?

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  • Mitigation
  • Adaptation
52
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How can youth contribute to environmental protection?

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  • Advocacy and Awareness
  • Innovation and Technology
  • Community Engagement
  • Policy Influence
  • Education
53
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Fill in the blank: Water sanitation is essential for _______.

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protecting public health

54
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What is the impact of climate change on agriculture?

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It leads to changes in precipitation patterns and affects crop yields.

55
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What is the significance of the Amazon rainforest in terms of oxygen production?

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It provides a significant portion of the world’s oxygen.

56
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What is an important practice for water conservation while brushing teeth?

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Close the faucet while brushing.

57
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True or False: The Amazon rainforest spans approximately 6,000,000 square kilometers.

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True

58
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What is a potential consequence of ineffective water sanitation?

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Spread of waterborne diseases.

59
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What role does youth play in innovation for environmental issues?

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They develop innovative solutions and tools for environmental monitoring and conservation.

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