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Which is the best example of how one form of pollution affects another?

A
The fumes from a dam’s hydroelectric power causes air pollution.
B
The use of natural fertilizer on infertile soil causes soil pollution.
C
Chemicals seeping from a manufacturing plant causes air pollution.
D
The use of pesticides on plants causes air and water pollution.
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What has happened to the Amazon Rain Forest is the best example of how

A
heavy rains can cause pollution of both the air and land.
B
heavy rains can destroy the natural habitat of native species.
C
the human activity of introducing invasive species can increase native species.
D
the human activity of deforestation negatively impacts native species.
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What is the primary role that invasive species play in the survival of native animal species?

A
They become an additional source of food to the native animal species.
B
They help support the native animal species.
C
They run out the native animal species from their natural habitat.
D
They increase the volume of food supply available to the native animal species.
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Which is an example of an environmental problem?

A
a zoo
B
a circus
C
endangered species
D
natural habitats
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Which works to solve environmental challenges by raising awareness, fundraising, and influencing policy?

A
non-government agencies
B
international treaties
C
government agencies
D
national laws
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The Kyoto Protocol focused on

A
creating preserves to protect natural habitats.
B
wildlife conservation.
C
cleaning up toxic waste sites.
D
limiting pollution.
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What happens as connection and trade between countries increases? Choose four correct answers.

A
There is more demand for natural resources.
B
Finished products are transported worldwide.
C
With higher demand, all natural resources will be depleted.
D
Natural resources are transported worldwide.
E
There will probably be more pollution from manufacturing.
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What standards can local and national governments establish to improve the environment? Choose four correct answers.

A
laws for recycling
B
building codes
C
tax credits for toxic dumping
D
tax deductions for high energy usage
E
auto-efficiency standards
F
tax credits for alternative sources of energy

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