Question 1

The primary cause of skin cancer is __________.

Accepted Answer

A)  ultraviolet B radiation
B)  ultraviolet A radiation
C)  a combination of ultraviolet A and ultraviolet B radiation
D)  photochemical smog

Question 2

Juri lives in one of the two regions are responsible for approximately half of all carbon dioxide emissions.One of the regions is North America.Where is the other?

Accepted Answer

A)  South America
B)  India
C)  Eastern Europe
D)  Western Europe

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of municipal solid waste?

Accepted Answer

A)  paper
B)  dead animals
C)  rocks
D)  containers and packaging

Question 4

What is the greenhouse effect? What are the predominant gases and what are the potential consequences?

Accepted Answer

The greenhouse effect results when gases...

Question 5

When Peter returned to his favourite childhood pond,the water was a crystal-clear,deep blue instead of the muddy brown colour it used to be.He also noticed that there was no plant or animal life in the pond.What is the most probable cause for the change in the pond?

Accepted Answer

A)  photochemical smog
B)  hydrocarbons
C)  acid rain
D)  lead poisoning

Question 6

Approximately 50% of radiation to which we are exposed comes from computers,microwave ovens,and television sets.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

How does the quality of the environment affect food quality?

Accepted Answer

For most Canadians,food accounts for 80-...

Question 8

Gary prefers to heat his new home with his wood stove.What does he need to know about wood stove pollution?

Accepted Answer

A)  It will not emit much carbon monoxide.
B)  Burning seasoned wood will reduce the amount of particulates.
C)  Wood smoke does not produce sulphur dioxide.
D)  Wood stove smoke is stronger than smoking 2 packs of cigarettes daily.

Question 9

Hydrocarbons are also known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

In the face of mounting evidence that noise pollution is more than a nuisance,government ________________.

Accepted Answer

A)  has made noise control programs a priority
B)  continues to make noise control programs a low priority
C)  believes that noise control is an unfortunate byproduct of industry
D)  has put limits on the top volume of personal audio products.

Question 11

Nuclear reactors discharge more carbon oxides into the air than fossil-fuel powered generators.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

One of the most serious forms of indoor air pollution is ________,a gas that is the natural by-product of the decay of uranium and radium in the soil.

Accepted Answer

A)  formaldehyde
B)  carbon monoxide
C)  radon
D)  asbestos

Question 13

The specific chemicals responsible for the rapid depletion of the ozone layer are called chlorofluorocarbons.

Accepted Answer

Yes, the specific chemicals responsible ...

Question 14

Long-term exposure to formaldehyde can cause cancer and ________________.

Accepted Answer

A)  respiratory disorders
B)  gastrointestinal disorders
C)  circulatory disorders
D)  central nervous system disorders

Question 15

Gwen is six months pregnant.Which of the most widespread air pollutants can threaten the growth and mental development of the fetus?

Accepted Answer

A)  sulphur dioxide
B)  carbon monoxide
C)  ozone
D)  hydrogen chloride

Question 16

Asbestos penetrates homes through cracks,pipes,sump pits,and other openings in the foundation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Felicia lives in an older home that has cracks in the basement floor and foundation,and the basement is inadequately vented.Felicia should buy a home-testing kit for _________.

Accepted Answer

A)  formaldehyde
B)  radon
C)  lead
D)  asbestos

Question 18

The continent that consumes the most energy and raw materials per person more than people from any other region of the world is South America.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The indoor air pollutant that can adhere to the lungs and can lead to lung and stomach cancers is called _____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  lead
B)  formaldehyde
C)  radon
D)  asbestos

Question 20

Which of the following is true about PCBs?

Accepted Answer

A)  PCBs are associated with chronic digestive problems.
B)  They are illegal to dump in landfills.
C)  They bioaccumulate in the fatty tissues and liver.
D)  They are unstable at very low temperatures.

Exam 19: Choosing Healthy Living for the Environment

Asbestos penetrates homes through cracks,pipes,sump pits,and other openings in the foundation.

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Juri lives in one of the two regions are responsible for approximately half of all carbon dioxide emissions.One of the regions is North America.Where is the other?

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When Peter returned to his favourite childhood pond,the water was a crystal-clear,deep blue instead of the muddy brown colour it used to be.He also noticed that there was no plant or animal life in the pond.What is the most probable cause for the change in the pond?

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Nuclear reactors discharge more carbon oxides into the air than fossil-fuel powered generators.

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Approximately 50% of radiation to which we are exposed comes from computers,microwave ovens,and television sets.

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Long-term exposure to formaldehyde can cause cancer and ________________.

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The continent that consumes the most energy and raw materials per person more than people from any other region of the world is South America.

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The specific chemicals responsible for the rapid depletion of the ozone layer are called chlorofluorocarbons.

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In the face of mounting evidence that noise pollution is more than a nuisance,government ________________.

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Which of the following is an example of municipal solid waste?

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How does the quality of the environment affect food quality?

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Gwen is six months pregnant.Which of the most widespread air pollutants can threaten the growth and mental development of the fetus?

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What is the greenhouse effect? What are the predominant gases and what are the potential consequences?

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Hydrocarbons are also known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

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One of the most serious forms of indoor air pollution is ________,a gas that is the natural by-product of the decay of uranium and radium in the soil.

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Gary prefers to heat his new home with his wood stove.What does he need to know about wood stove pollution?

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Felicia lives in an older home that has cracks in the basement floor and foundation,and the basement is inadequately vented.Felicia should buy a home-testing kit for _________.

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The indoor air pollutant that can adhere to the lungs and can lead to lung and stomach cancers is called _____________.

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The primary cause of skin cancer is __________.

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Which of the following is true about PCBs?

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