The 3 R's
Which of the 3 R's means turning old items into new products?
Recycle
Non-renewable energy sources derived from dead organic material, such as coal and oil
Fossil fuels
Which layer of the Earth do we live on?
The crust
When the ground shakes
Earthquake
What happens to a species when it disappears forever?
Extinction
Which bin color is commonly used for recycling paper, plastic, and glass?
Blue
What type of energy is energy that comes from sources like the sun or wind?
Renewable energy
April 22nd is what national day?
Earth day
What type of storm has very strong winds and spins in a circle?
Tornado
What is it called when the Earth's average temperature rises?
Global warming or climate change
Using a reusable water bottle instead of buying plastic ones is an example of which "R"?
Reduce
Panels installed on roofs to harness energy from the sun
Solar panels
What is it called when trees and plants are cut down?
Deforestation
What is the hot liquid INSIDE the Earth?
Magma
What do plants produce that humans need to survive?
Oxygen
What is the process of collecting organic waste, like food scraps, to make nutrient-rich soil called?
Composting
What is the best way to help save energy when leaving a room?
Turning off the lights
What is biodiversity?
Variety of all living things in a particular ecosystem
A long period of time with little to no rain
Drought
What is the term for an animal that is at risk of extinction?
Endangered species
True or False: You should wash food containers before putting them in the recycling bin.
True
This type of car combines electricity and gasoline to be more fuel-efficient.
A hybrid car
What is the thin layer of gas high in the atmosphere that protects us from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation called?
The ozone layer
Large, moving pieces on the Earth's surface that cause earthquakes
Tectonic plates
Term for a place where garbage is stored, which can harm the environment.
Landfill