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100

In this process, plants convert photons from the sun into energy.

What is Photosynthesis? 

100

This is the most common Greenhouse Gas

What is CO2?

100

This mascot, created in 1944, is known for his famous slogan, "Only YOU can prevent wildfires," promoting wildfire prevention in the United States.  

Who is Smokey the Bear?

100

This makes up 71% of the Earth's surface, providing habitat for marine life and regulating the planet's climate.

What are Oceans?

100

Located at the University of South Florida, this 16-acre site features a diverse collection of plants, walking trails, and educational programs focused on conservation and sustainability.

What are the USF Botanical Gardens?

200

Defined by the Brundtland Commission in 1987, this term refers to meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

What is sustainability?

200

This is the process of trapping green house gases due to human activities

What is Global Warming? 

200

In what Pixar film do humans live in a space colony after Earth becomes uninhabitable due to pollution and waste?

What is Wall-E?

200

These harmful algal blooms can produce toxins that are dangerous to marine life, humans, and the environment. They often result from nutrient runoff and rising temperatures.

What are harmful algal blooms (HABs)?
200

This popular USF Building has a LEED Silver Certification

What is the USF Library?

300

This landmark U.S. legislation passed in 1963 and amended several times, aims to control air pollution on a national level.

What is the Clean Air Act?

300

This pollutant, a byproduct of burning fossil fuels, is composed of microscopic solid or liquid particles suspended in the air and is linked to respiratory diseases and cardiovascular problems. Abbreviated as PM.

What is Particulate Matter?

300

What recent Marvel movie features themes of environmental degradation and exploitation of natural resources, particularly related to the mining of vibranium?

What is Black Panther?

300

Scientists estimate that microscopic algae roughly produce this percent of the oxygen on Earth.

50%

300

The iconic USF Bull fountain on campus is designed to use harvested _____, promoting sustainable practices and reducing the demand on municipal water supplies.

What is rain water?

400

This international agreement, adopted in 2015, aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels.

What is the Paris Agreement?

400

This is a method used to extract oil and natural gas from underground rock formations. 

What is Oil fracking?

400

Celebrated annually on April 22nd, this global event was first held in 1970 to raise awareness about environmental protection and promote sustainable practices.

What is Earth Day?

400

This Sustainable Development Goal aims to conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas, and marine resources for sustainable development.

What is SDG 14?

400

This innovative building at the University of South Florida serves as a research and educational facility, showcasing energy-efficient technologies and sustainable design practices aimed at reducing the environmental impact of housing.  

What is the USF FLEX House?

500

What is the government agency that regulates modern day vehicle's fuel economy?

What is NHSTA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) ?

500

Asbestos, Benzene, and Mercury are all examples of...

What are Hazardous Air Pollutants?

500

Published in 1962, this groundbreaking book by Rachel Carson exposed the dangers of pesticides and is credited with launching the modern environmental movement.

What is Silent Spring?

500

There are ___ species of fish in the ocean

What is 30,000 plus?

500

Located at the University of South Florida, this energy-efficient fountain uses innovative technology to conserve water and minimize energy consumption while providing a visually appealing landscape feature.

What is the MLK Fountain?

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