Human Events and the Environment Answers

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Environmental catastrophes can cause changes to the Earth’s surface.

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What is the purpose of the Climate Friendly Farming Project?

close down farms that do not follow climate friendly practices

decrease the number of agricultural facilities by 1/3 in ten years

create a database of climate friendly agricultural practices

convert all farms to climate friendly practices

Which of the following is a consequence of sedimentation to wetlands?

increased biodiversity

water quality improvement

habitat loss

decreased turbidity

Which of the following statements about pesticides and herbicides is not true?

They can enter waterways, polluting them.

Once the pesticides and herbicides break down, they are no longer harmful.

Pesticides and herbicides are widely used in agriculture.

Pesticides and herbicides can have negative effects on the environment.

Which of the following was an environmental consequence of the nuclear meltdown at Chernobyl?

evacuation of Pripyat

high levels of radiation

increased CO2 levels

none of the above

Dryland planting can benefit the environment by reducing the need for tillage.

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