Plastic
What gas do trees absorb from the atmosphere?
Carbon dioxide
What is global warming?
Increase in Earth’s average temperature
Name one simple way to save water at home.
subjective answer
What do the 3Rs stand for?
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
What does biodiversity mean?
The variety of plants, animals, and living organisms in an area
What are microplastics?
Tiny plastic particles
Name one greenhouse gas.
Carbon dioxide / Methane
What is rainwater harvesting?
Collecting and storing rainwater for reuse
What is composting?
Turning organic waste into nutrient-rich soil
What is an endangered species?
A species at risk of extinction
Approximately how long can a plastic bottle take to decompose?
Around 400–500 years
What is renewable energy?
Renewable energy is energy that comes from nature and does not run out.
What sector uses the most freshwater globally?
Agriculture
Which type of waste should go in a green bin?
Organic waste
Name one major cause of biodiversity loss.
Deforestation / Pollution / Climate change
How do trees help reduce global warming?
By absorbing carbon dioxide and storing carbon
Why are plastic bags dangerous for animals?
Animals may eat them or get trapped, which can cause injury or death
What is the greenhouse effect?
The trapping of heat in Earth’s atmosphere by greenhouse gases
Why is composting better than throwing organic waste in landfills?
It reduces methane emissions and creates useful fertilizer
What is a food chain?
A sequence showing how energy passes from one organism to another