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1
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What is the primary advantage of renewable energy sources?
A. They are cheaper than fossil fuels.
B. They do not require advanced technology.
C. They reduce pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.
D. They can only be used in specific locations.

A

They reduce pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.

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Which of the following is NOT a renewable energy source?
A. Solar energy
B. Coal
C. Wind energy
D. Geothermal energy

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Coal

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What does VOC-free paint aim to minimize?
A. Energy consumption during manufacturing.
B. Toxic emissions harmful to human health.
C. The cost of production.
D. The brightness of paint colors.

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Toxic emissions harmful to human health.

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Which factor is an example of a cultural hazard?
A. Exposure to lead in paint.
B. Living in an earthquake-prone area.
C. Smoking tobacco.
D. Contracting an infectious disease.

A

Smoking tobacco.

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How does acid deposition harm the environment?
A. By trapping heat and causing global warming.
B. By damaging buildings and reducing soil nutrients.
C. By depleting the ozone layer.
D. By increasing greenhouse gas concentrations.

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By damaging buildings and reducing soil nutrients.

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Why are CFCs still a concern for ozone depletion even though they are banned?
A. They are being illegally produced in many countries.
B. Their unreactive nature means they persist in the atmosphere for decades.
C. They are replaced by chemicals that are equally harmful.
D. They contribute directly to greenhouse gas emissions.

A

Their unreactive nature means they persist in the atmosphere for decades.

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What is the primary cause of indoor air pollution in many households?
A. Acid deposition.
B. Greenhouse gases.
C. Household mold and chemical fumes.
D. Excessive use of renewable energy.

A

Household mold and chemical fumes.

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Risk assessment in environmental health involves evaluating which of the following?
A. Human perception of risks only.
B. The probability of harm from a hazard.
C. The cost of addressing environmental hazards.
D. The chemical composition of toxic substances.

A

The probability of harm from a hazard.

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Which renewable energy source uses the earth’s internal heat?
A. Biomass energy
B. Solar energy
C. Geothermal energy
D. Wind energy

A

Geothermal energy

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What is the greenhouse effect primarily caused by?
A. Increased solar radiation.
B. Accumulation of greenhouse gases like CO2 and methane.
C. Depletion of the ozone layer.
D. Natural variations in earth’s temperature.

A

Accumulation of greenhouse gases like CO2 and methane.

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What is the main challenge of adopting renewable energy sources globally?
A. High efficiency and cost-effectiveness
B. Limited awareness of their benefits
C. Infrastructure and cost challenges
D. Lack of government support worldwide

A

Infrastructure and cost challenges

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How does a nuclear power plant generate energy?
A. By burning fossil fuels
B. Through nuclear fission reactions
C. By harnessing wind power
D. By converting chemical energy into heat

A

Through nuclear fission reactions

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Which energy source is derived from organic materials?
A. Solar energy
B. Biomass energy
C. Wind energy
D. Geothermal energy

A

Biomass energy

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What is the purpose of a smart grid?
A. To generate more energy using fossil fuels
B. To reduce energy demand by consumers
C. To improve energy efficiency and reliability
D. To replace renewable energy sources

A

To improve energy efficiency and reliability

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What is a key feature of the Bloom Energy Server?
A. It uses fossil fuels efficiently.
B. It generates energy with zero emissions.
C. It stores solar energy for later use.
D. It functions only in nuclear power plants.

A

It generates energy with zero emissions.

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Which hazard is associated with pathogens like bacteria and viruses?
A. Cultural hazard
B. Biological hazard
C. Physical hazard
D. Chemical hazard

A

Biological hazard

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What is the purpose of evaluating toxicity?
A. To identify harmful organisms in ecosystems
B. To measure a substance’s ability to cause harm
C. To find substitutes for renewable energy
D. To determine the lifespan of a chemical in the atmosphere

A

To measure a substance’s ability to cause harm

18
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Which of the following is an example of a physical hazard?
A. Air pollution from industrial facilities
B. Radiation from a nuclear meltdown
C. Infections from contaminated water
D. Smoking tobacco

A

Radiation from a nuclear meltdown

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What is the best way to reduce chemical hazards in manufacturing?
A. Increase the production of toxic materials
B. Find substitutes and recycle chemicals
C. Dispose of chemicals in landfills
D. Limit the use of renewable energy

A

Find substitutes and recycle chemicals

20
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Why are infectious diseases considered a major biological hazard?
A. They are challenging to treat and prevent.
B. They are limited to specific geographical locations.
C. They primarily affect non-human organisms.
D. They do not evolve to resist treatment.

A

They are challenging to treat and prevent.

21
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Which gas is a primary contributor to the greenhouse effect?
A. Oxygen
B. Carbon dioxide
C. Nitrogen
D. Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)

A

Carbon dioxide

22
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What is smog primarily composed of?
A. Dust particles and oxygen
B. Water vapor and nitrogen gas
C. Harmful gases and fine particulates
D. Carbon monoxide and water vapor

A

Harmful gases and fine particulates

23
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What happens during acid deposition?
A. It reduces soil fertility and damages buildings.
B. It raises the pH level of rivers and lakes.
C. It only affects coastal regions.
D. It primarily impacts indoor air quality.

A

It reduces soil fertility and damages buildings.

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What is the main cause of ozone depletion in the stratosphere?
A. Emissions of CO2
B. Use of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
C. Deforestation
D. Increased solar radiation

A

Use of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)

25
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Which of the following is a potential impact of climate change?
A. Increased ozone levels
B. Decreased global temperatures
C. Melting polar ice and rising sea levels
D. Lower intensity of extreme weather events

A

Melting polar ice and rising sea levels

26
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Why is ozone depletion particularly harmful to living organisms?
A. It causes global warming.
B. It increases UV radiation exposure.
C. It leads to extreme weather patterns.
D. It directly contributes to acid deposition.

A

It increases UV radiation exposure.

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Which strategy is most effective for reducing outdoor air pollution?
A. Emissions trading programs
B. Indoor air filtration systems
C. Recycling household waste
D. Banning the use of renewable energy

A

Emissions trading programs

28
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What is one of the tipping points for climate change?
A. The complete transition to fossil fuels
B. The melting of Greenland’s ice sheet
C. The ozone layer recovering within decades
D. The end of volcanic activity worldwide

A

The melting of Greenland’s ice sheet

29
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Why are renewable energy sources underutilized?
A. Lack of awareness about their benefits.
B. High initial costs and infrastructure challenges.
C. Inefficiency compared to fossil fuels.
D. Limited resources for development.

A

High initial costs and infrastructure challenges.

30
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Which of the following is an example of improving energy efficiency?
A. Burning coal at higher temperatures.
B. Developing advanced nuclear reactors.
C. Using LED lighting instead of traditional bulbs.
D. Expanding oil drilling projects.

A

Using LED lighting instead of traditional bulbs.

31
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Why do we know so little about chemical toxicity?
A. Lack of scientific interest in the field.
B. Limited testing and long-term studies on chemical impacts.
C. Chemicals are mostly harmless to the environment.
D. Difficulty in measuring small-scale effects.

A

Limited testing and long-term studies on chemical impacts.

32
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How does human perception of risks influence environmental policies?
A. It encourages consistent decisions based on scientific evidence.
B. It may lead to over- or underestimating certain hazards.
C. It has little impact on government decisions.
D. It makes risk management easier.

A

It may lead to over- or underestimating certain hazards.

33
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How does the greenhouse effect impact oceans?
A. It increases nutrient availability.
B. It causes water temperatures to rise, affecting marine life.
C. It stabilizes weather patterns.
D. It reduces ocean acidification.

A

It causes water temperatures to rise, affecting marine life.

34
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What can governments do to combat climate change?
A. Focus exclusively on recycling programs.
B. Implement emissions regulations and invest in renewable energy.
C. Ban industrial activity.
D. Prioritize fossil fuel exploration.

A

Implement emissions regulations and invest in renewable energy.

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