Facts about our Earth
What is the most abundant greenhouse gas in Earth's atmosphere?
Water vapor
Which country is the world leader in wind energy production?
China
What is the term for the practice of growing different types of crops in the same area in sequential seasons?
Crop rotation
What percentage of the Earth’s surface is covered by forests?
Approximately 31%
What renewable energy source uses the heat from the Earth to generate power?
Geothermal energy.
What is the environmental movement that encourages reducing waste by reusing and recycling called?
The Zero Waste movement.
Which layer of the atmosphere is responsible for protecting Earth from harmful UV radiation?
The ozone layer.
What is the largest source of renewable energy in the world?
Hydropower.
What type of pollution is caused by excessive amounts of artificial light?
Light pollution.
what book kicked off the modern environmental movement?
Silent Springs
Which gas is the main contributor to ocean acidification?
Carbon dioxide (CO2).
(name) one of the two most eco-friendly lights
What is (CFL) compact Florescent bulbs or LEDs