Water Pollution
What is the problem of throwing plastic away in the ocean?
It may get mistaken for food by marine animals which can kill them
What is air pollution?
Dirty or harmful substances in the air
Mention one source of noise
Traffic, Construction, Electrical generators, Explosions
True or false:
Plastic is not biodegradable
True
Define deforestation
Excessive logging/removal of trees
Recall what a reef is and provide an example of one
Reefs are jagged rocks/corals forming underwater
Any one of the following as an example: The Great Barrier Reef, The Red Sea, The Gulf of Mexico
Name one cause of air pollution.
Smoke from cars or factories.
How does noise pollute our environment?
It hinders some animals ability to navigate and find food.
It causes stress, bad sleep and in severe cases, loss of hearing
What are two non-renewable energy sources?
Any two from the following: Coal, Petroleum, Natural gas
Define climate change
Significant changes in weather patterns or temperature in a particular area
Name one cause of water pollution.
Trash or chemicals entering rivers and oceans.
How does air pollution affect humans?
It can cause breathing problems and illness.
Name one type of extreme weather.
Hurricane, flood, drought or heatwave.
How does planting trees help the environment?
Trees photosynthesize to produce sugar and oxygen, both vital for human life
Why are melting ice caps a concern?
Sea levels will rise submerging coastal cities
OR
Arctic/Antarctic animals will lose their habitats
How does water pollution effect animals?
Animals can get sick or die from dirty water.
Name one thing that helps reduce air pollution.
Using public transport or planting trees.
How can extreme weather affect people?
It can damage homes and cause injuries.
How does recycling help the environment?
Less natural resources will be extracted as old materials will be used to make new objects of interest
What are the two primary greenhouse gases?
Methane (CH4) and Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
Name one way people can help reduce water pollution.
Not littering and properly disposing of waste.
Why is clean air important?
Why is extreme weather dangerous?
It can cause destruction and loss of life.
What are three renewable energy sources?
Any three from the following: solar panels, wind turbines, Hydroelectric generators, Geothermal plants, Biomass
What is one cause of climate change?
Any one of the following: Deforestation, Emission of Greenhouse Gases, Large-scale monoculture