True or False
True
Car, buildings, paper, pen, eraser, cup, dirt, etc. Anything that doesn't have cells
What is the definition of biocentrism?
The belief that all living things have rights.
Which of the following statements best describes the process of science?
a. is is mysterious
b. it proceeds in a liner fashion
c. It produces knowledge over time
c. it produces knowledge over time
What is the name of the wizarding school Harry Potter attends?
The term ‘environment’ only refers to the natural world, like forests and oceans, and does not include human-made surroundings
False—The environment includes both natural and human-made components, such as cities, buildings, and infrastructure.
The study of how humans interact with the environment is called __________
Environmental Science
What is the definition of anthropocentrism?
The belief that only humans have rights.
Which variable do scientists manipulate in an experiment?
a. Independent variable
b. Dependent variable
c. Control variable
What social media app is known for short videos and viral dances?
TikTok
The Trajedy of the Commons refers to the overuse of unregulated/unmanaged resources.
True
The main source of energy for nearly all life on Earth is __________.
The sun.
What is the definition of environmental science?
It is the study of how humans interact with the environment.
Which of the following is NOT involved in testing ideas? a. making observations
b. making policy decisions
c. conducting experiments
B. making policy decisions
In sports, how many players are on the field for one soccer team during a game?
11
A scientific theory is just an idea. It has NOT gone through extensive testing.
False
Natural resources that can be replaced or replenished over time, like sunlight or wind, are called __________.
Renewable resources
The belief that the whole ecological systems have rights.
Which of the following plays an especially important role in the early stages of an investigation?
a. making observations
b. gathering data
c. interpreting data
a. making observations
Which fast-food chain is famous for the Big Mac?
Mcdonalds
Environmental science is a social movement dedicated to protecting the natural world.
False
The first laws in U.S. environmental policy promoted settlement of the _____?
West
What is the definition of scientific theory?
A scientific theory is a well-tested and widely accepted explanation for a set of observations or experimental results.
Which of the following best describes sustainability?
a. Using resources as quickly as possible to meet today’s needs
b. Conserving resources so they will last for future generations
c. Ignoring environmental issues to focus on economic growth
d. Preventing all human use of natural resources
b. Conserving resources so they will last for future generations
What movie series features the quote “May the Force be with you”?
Star Wars