Environmental Issues Answers

Identify which of the following are significant sources of air pollution. Check all of the boxes that apply.fossil fuelssaltwater intrusion from the oceangeneration of electricityindustrial emissions

Which of the following is an advantage of nuclear power over the burning of fossil fuels as a source of electricity?Check all of the boxes that apply.Nuclear power requires little regulation.There are no known environmental hazards associated with nuclear power.Nuclear power does not cause air pollution.

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Use the graph to help you determine whether each statement is true or false.Most energy in California comes from fossil fuels.truefalse

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Read this quote carefully, and think about the message that President Bush is portraying.This quote shows thatPresident Bush rejected the idea of climate changePresident Bush accepted the idea of climate change.President Bush acknowledged that there is disagreement over climate change.

The Clean Water Act and the Safe Drinking Water Act are enforced bythe EPA.the TSA.the WPA.

Choose the right word to complete the sentence.Especially in drier regions, water is a resource.

What are the goals of the Clean Air Act?Check all of the boxes that apply.to set emission standardsto regulate nuclear powerto reduce smog in cities

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California has increased the use of renewable energy since 1997.truefalse

Which of these are covered under the Clean Water Act?Check all of the boxes that apply.rainriverslakesoceansgroundwaterwetlands

To help protect water resources, the EPA has programs to help businesses and consumers usemore water.no water at all.less water.