Environmental Issues – Flashcards
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In 1997, the Kyoto Protocol treaty was signed by
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191 nations, not including the United States.
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Which of the following is the best description of fresh water as a natural resource?
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limited and vulnerable
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Which of the following happens when fossil fuels are burned?
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Carbon dioxide and other pollutants are released into the air.
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Which of the following most contributes to soil erosion?
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deforestation
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Which of the following do scientists claim is evidence of climate change?
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rising global temperatures
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The 1974 Congressional Safe Drinking Water Act
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empowered the EPA to protect groundwater in the United States.
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One problem that arises with monitoring freshwater supplies is that
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it can take years to detect pollution in underground water.
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In addition to enforcing such legislation as the Clean Water Act,
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the EPA has programs in place to help US consumers and industries use less water.
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Which of the following best describes the function of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)?
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to enforce laws that restrict land, water, and air pollution
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Why is the idea of climate change controversial?
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Not everyone agrees on its causes or its possible solutions.
