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What is the slowest animal in the world?

Three-Toed Sloth

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Why is plastic dangerous for marine life?

  • They mistake it for food and cannot digest it
  •  They can get tangled in it which hinders their ability to swim
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True or False: Wasting less food is a way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

True

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Which day is Earth Day?

Earth Day falls on April 22nd. 

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How many trees does it take to provide a day’s supply of oxygen for 4 people?

1

According to North Carolina State University, one large tree is able to supply a day’s supply of oxygen for four people. Trees are also able to absorb up to 48 pounds of carbon dioxide a year.  

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What is the only mammal capable of true flight?

Bat

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Where does the majority of plastic waste end up?

Ocean

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What is the Greenhouse Effect?

 When the gasses in our atmosphere trap heat and block it from escaping our planet

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What year did Earth Day start?

1970

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Global forests helped the planet by removing _____ % of the human fossil fuel emissions each year?

33%

A study conducted by the US Forest Service’s Northern Research Station found that between 1990 and 2007, global forests have removed 2.4 billion tons of carbon and have absorbed 8.8 billion tons of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere annually. This is equivalent to about one third of fossil fuel emissions. Forests, just like oceans, are carbon sinks.

300

Which bird is a universal symbol of peace?

Dove

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How many million tons of plastic are dumped in our oceans every year?

 8 million tons

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True or False: The overwhelming majority of scientists agree that climate change is real and caused by humans.

True

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How many countries participate in Earth Day?

Over 193

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How much of the Earth’s land is covered by forests?

31% 


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What is the only mammal that cannot jump?

An elephant



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What is an example of a dangerous single use plastic?

Water bottle, Keurig Cups, Plastic Bags
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Which of these countries emits the most carbon dioxide?

China

400

True or False: Deforestation is the second leading cause of global warming in the world.

True

Deforestation is the second leading cause of global warming worldwide, and it produces about 24% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Deforestation in the tropical rainforests contributes more carbon dioxide to the atmosphere than the sum of all cars and trucks that drive on the world’s roads.

400

The U.S. does not currently allow hunters to import animal trophies or parts.

False

Recently, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reversed a ban on trophy imports for some African species and removed findings that gave broader permissions for importation. As such, trophy import applications for elephants, lions,  across six African countries are currently being reviewed on a case-by-case basis

500

Whales can live a long time. In years, how old can the oldest species of whale live up to?

 200 years

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How many marine species are harmed by plastic pollution?

693

A 2015 Plymouth University study compiled reports recorded from around the world and found evidence of 44,000 animals becoming entangled or swallowing plastic debris, accounting for a total of 693 marine species. 

500

How many degrees has the average global temperature risen by since 1880 (in Fahrenheit)?

1.7 degrees

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Which land-based ecosystem/habitat has the most biodiversity (variety of living species)?

Tropical Rainforests 

Worldwide, the tropics contain the most biodiversity, with rainforests being the areas that are the most rich in species. Although the tropical forests only cover 6% of the Earth’s surface, they contain one half to three quarters of the world’s plant and animal species.

500

Climate change affects the gender of sea turtles.

True

Warming temperatures can impact the gender of hatchlings. Sea turtle gender is determined by the temperatures during fertilization. Warming trends could skew the balance of sea turtle offspring and future populations.