Human Impact on Resources Answers

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What human activity contributes to air pollution?

A
construction
B
reforestation
C
habitat restoration
D
dam development
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Which is a nonpoint source of pollution?

A
Tourists throw trash into the ocean.
B
A car mechanic pours oil on the ground.
C
Rain contains chemicals that seep into the ground.
D
A pipe dumps waste from a factory into a stream.
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Which activity is a method of habitat restoration?

A
cleaning up after environmental disasters
B
allowing trees to grow naturally
C
farming techniques like terrace farming and tree belts
D
creating a reservoir to prevent flooding
4

Which statement provides the best argument against making major changes to the atmosphere to help protect Earth’s resources?

A
There will be less soil and dust in the air as construction increases.
B
The atmosphere will improve as more people move to large cities.
C
Making major changes to the atmosphere can be a costly process.
D
It is more important to protect land and water resources than the atmosphere.
5

What process leads to deforestation and increased erosion?

A
mining
B
reforestation
C
desertification
D
urbanization
6

What is one way to make a positive impact on air quality to reduce air pollution?

A
moving to a large city
B
using public transportation
C
planting crops in terraces
D
releasing gases into the air
7

How has the EPA improved air quality over the last 30 years?

A
by monitoring pollutants and passing regulations to reduce air pollution
B
by decreasing soil erosion and dust storms
C
by building marine refuges to help protect marine life and reduce air pollution
D
by decreasing of fossil fuel use in motor vehicles and industry
8

What term refers to the practice of renewing destroyed ecosystems?

A
erosion
B
terrace farming
C
habitat restoration
D
tree belting
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What is the most effective way to protect dry lands from desertification?

A
terrace farming
B
mine digging
C
planting a tree belt
D
constructing a dam

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