Biodiversity
Ecology & Organisms
Environmental Policy
Climate Change
Biomagnification
100

What is a Species

A group of organisms that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring.

100

What is the atmosphere?

The layer of gases around Earth, like air.

100
What is the atmosphere?

The layer of gases around Earth, like air.

100

What are greenhouse gases?

Carbon dioxide that traps heat in Earth's atmosphere.

100

What environmental concern was addressed in Silent Spring?

It warned about the harmful effects of pesticides, especially DDT, on nature.

200

Acronym HIPPO stand for

Habitat Loss

Invasive Species

Pollution

Population Growth

Over-Explanation

200

What is the biosphere?

All living things on Earth.

200

What is the hydrosphere?

All the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, and lakes.

200

How are greenhouse gases contributing to climate change?

They trap more heat, causing Earth’s temperature to rise.

200

What role did Silent Spring play in the modern environmental movement?

It helped start the environmental movement by raising public awareness and leading to new laws.

300

Difference between Endangered and Threatened Species?

Endangered face a high risk of extinction, while Threatened can become Endangered in the near future.

300

What is population?

A group of the same species living in one area.

300

What is a community?

All the different living organisms in one area.

300

How is climate change impacting weather systems?

It’s causing more extreme weather, like stronger storms, heatwaves, and floods.

300

What is the difference between biomagnification and bioaccumulation?

Bioaccumulation is the buildup of toxins in one organism, while biomagnification is the increase of toxins as you go up the food chain.

400

Why are invasive Species able to outcompete native species?

Lack of natural predators, rapid reproduction, and adaptability.

400

What is an ecosystem?

A community of living things and their nonliving environment.

400

What is a ecosystem?

A community of living things and their nonliving environment.

400

Why is the sea level rising?

The sea level is rising because ice is melting and warmer water expands.

400

What is a forever chemical?

A forever chemical is a man-made chemical that doesn’t break down easily in the environment or body.

500

Why is Biodiversity important?

It provides essential ecosystem services like clean air and water, pollination, and climate regulation.

500

Difference between a food chain and food web?

A food chain shows one path of energy flow, while a food web shows how many connected food chains.

500

What is the difference between a food chain, and a food web?

A food chain shows one path of energy flow, while a food web shows many connected food chains.

500

How is climate change impacting ecosystems and the organisms that live there?

Climate change is impacting ecosystems and the organisms that live there by changing temperatures and weather patterns, which can harm or force species to move or die out.

500

How do chemicals impact ecosystems forever?

They can harm wildlife, pollute water, and affect the health of animals and people.