Climate Change and Greenhouse Gases
What is the primary human activity responsible for the increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide levels?
Burning fossil fuels (coal, oil, and natural gas)
What are the "3 Rs" of waste management
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Which of the following is considered a non-renewable energy source?
A) Solar
B) Wind
C) Coal
D) Hydropower
C) Coal
Besides walking, what is an environmentally friendly way to commute that involves a two-wheeled vehicle?
Biking
Buying food that was grown nearby supports local farmers and reduces the emissions from transporting goods. What is this food called?
Local food (or locally sourced)
Which of the following is a greenhouse gas that traps heat in the atmosphere?
A) Oxygen
B) Nitrogen
C) Hydrogen
D) Methane
D) Methane
Can plastic bags and wrap typically be placed in most curbside recycling bins?
No, generally they should be taken to specific store drop-off locations
How do wind turbines generate electricity?
The wind's energy powers a generator.
What type of car uses both a traditional gasoline engine and an electric motor to improve fuel efficiency?
Hybrid
Does composting food scraps like fruit peels and vegetable cores turns waste into rich soil enhancer.
Yes
What is the difference between weather and climate?
Weather describes conditions today or in the coming days, while climate is the average weather over years or longer.
What should you do with food residue on plastic, metal, and glass containers before recycling them?
Rinse them clean of food debris
Which renewable energy source is dependent on the weather conditions?
Solar and Wind
The practice of multiple people sharing a single vehicle for a journey is known as what?
Carpooling (or ride sharing)
Which type of diet typically has a lower environmental footprint compared to a diet rich in red meat?
Plant-based (Vegetarian/Vegan)
When forests are cut down (deforestation), how does it contribute to climate change?
A) It increases the amount of available farmland.
B) Trees lose their ability to store carbon dioxide, and burning them releases even more carbon.
C) It causes an increase in oxygen levels.
D) It has no impact on climate change.
B) Trees lose their ability to store carbon dioxide, and burning them releases even more carbon.
Which material is infinitely recyclable without losing quality?
Glass
Do renewable energy sources cause significant pollution compared to fossil fuels?
No, they produce close to no pollution while operating.
Does driving smoothly (avoiding rapid acceleration and hard braking) improves fuel economy?
Yes
What does the term "organic" typically mean when referring to produce?
Grown without synthetic pesticides/fertilizers
What has the average global sea level done since 1880?
A) Decreased by eight to nine inches
B) Decreased by eight to nine feet
C) Increased by eight to nine inches
D) Increased by eight to nine feet
C) Increased by eight to nine inches
On average, how much material does a person in the US throw away each day?
4 to 5 pounds
What does it mean for an energy source to be "renewable"?
It can be replenished naturally over time.
What does the acronym EV stand for in the context of vehicles?
Electric Vehicle
Growing your own vegetables at home can help save money and reduce what environmental impact?
Carbon footprint (or transportation emissions)