What is the term for the process by which an ecosystem gradually returns to its original state after a disturbance has occurred?

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What is the term for the process by which an ecosystem gradually returns to its original state after a disturbance has occurred?

A. Restoration

B. Rehabilitation

C. Regeneration

D. Succession

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Which of the following is a method of soil conservation that involves planting crops in rows along the natural contours of the land to reduce erosion?

A. Terracing

B. Contour Plowing

C. Crop Rotation

D. Cover Cropping

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What is the term for the introduction of harmful substances or pollutants into the environment?

A. Pollution

B. Erosion

C. Leaching

D. Condensation

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What is the term for the process by which soil particles are carried away by wind or water?

A. Leaching

B. Erosion

C. Evaporation

D. Condensation

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Which of the following is a component of the Earth's hydrosphere?

A. Soil

B. Air

C. Water

D. Rock

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Which of the following is a method of reducing energy consumption in homes by improving insulation and sealing air leaks?

A. Energy Star Certification

B. Passive House Design

C. LEED Certification

D. Green Roof Installation

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What is the term for the process of breaking down rocks into smaller particles through physical or chemical means?

A. Weathering

B. Erosion

C. Deposition

D. Sedimentation

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Which of the following is an example of a natural greenhouse gas?

A. Carbon Dioxide

B. Water Vapor

C. Methane

D. Ozone

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Which of the following is a method of sustainable agriculture that involves planting a variety of crops in the same area to increase biodiversity and reduce the risk of pests?

A. Monoculture

B. Agroforestry

C. Crop Rotation

D. Intercropping

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What is the term for the loss of a species from a particular habitat or from the entire planet?

A. Extinction

B. Endangerment

C. Overpopulation

D. Speciation

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Which of the following is an example of a natural ecosystem service?

A. Water Treatment

B. Soil Erosion

C. Pollination of Plants

D. Air Pollution

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What is the term for the variety of ecosystems in a given region or on the entire Earth?

A. Habitat Diversity

B. Biodiversity

C. Genetic Diversity

D. Species Diversity

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What is the main greenhouse gas emitted from agricultural activities?

A. Methane

B. Carbon Dioxide

C. Nitrous Oxide

D. Chlorofluorocarbons

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Which of the following is a renewable source of freshwater?

A. Glacial Ice

B. Saltwater

C. Groundwater

D. Seawater

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What is the term for the process by which an ecosystem gradually returns to its original state after a disturbance has occurred?

A. Restoration

B. Rehabilitation

C. Regeneration

D. Succession

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What is the term for the process by which bacteria convert ammonia into nitrates and nitrites in the nitrogen cycle?

A. Denitrification

B. Nitrification

C. Ammonification

D. Nitrogen Fixation

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What is the term for the process by which a species evolves over time to better suit its environment?

A. Evolution

B. Adaptation

C. Speciation

D. Mutation

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Which of the following is a greenhouse gas that is over 20 times more effective at trapping heat in the atmosphere compared to carbon dioxide?

A. Methane

B. Nitrous Oxide

C. Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs)

D. Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF6)

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Which of the following is a form of pollution that occurs when excess nutrients (often from agricultural runoff) cause excessive plant growth in aquatic ecosystems?

A. Eutrophication

B. Acidification

C. Desertification

D. Salinization

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What is the term for the layer of the atmosphere where weather events occur and most of Earth's weather phenomena take place?

A. Troposphere

B. Stratosphere

C. Mesosphere

D. Thermosphere

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What is the term for the process by which nitrogen gas is converted into a form that plants can use?

A. Nitrogen Fixation

B. Nitrification

C. Denitrification

D. Ammonification

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Which of the following is a primary source of indoor air pollution?

A. Outdoor Smog

B. Radon Gas

C. Ground-level Ozone

D. Acid Rain

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What is the term for the layer of the atmosphere where the International Space Station orbits?

A. Troposphere

B. Stratosphere

C. Mesosphere

D. Thermosphere

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What is the main source of energy for photosynthesis?

A. Sunlight

B. Carbon Dioxide

C. Water

D. Oxygen

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What is the term for the variety of life forms, including different species, ecosystems, and genetic variations within a given area?

A. Biodiversity

B. Ecosystem Services

C. Ecological Footprint

D. Habitat Fragmentation

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What is the term for the measure of the total ecological footprint of an individual or population?

A. Carbon Footprint

B. Ecological Footprint

C. Water Footprint

D. Environmental Impact Index

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What is the term for the process of removing salt and other minerals from seawater to make it suitable for drinking and irrigation?

A. Desalination

B. Filtration

C. Distillation

D. Purification

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Which of the following is considered a non-point source of water pollution?

A. Factory Effluent Pipe

B. Sewage Treatment Plant

C. Pesticide Runoff from Fields

D. Oil Spill from a Tanker

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Which of the following is a renewable source of energy?

A. Coal

B. Natural Gas

C. Solar Power

D. Nuclear Energy

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Which of the following is an example of a point source of water pollution?

A. Agricultural Runoff

B. Oil Spill from a Tanker

C. Acid Rain

D. Urban Stormwater Runoff

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Which of the following is a method of conserving water in agriculture that involves capturing and storing rainwater for later use?

A. Irrigation

B. Desalination

C. Rainwater Harvesting

D. Drip Irrigation

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D. Succession

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