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The National Wildlife Refuge provides land for fish, wildlife, and plants.

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T
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F
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Energy efficiency strategies are based on the assumption that consumers will be willing to pay more in exchange for reduced energy use.

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T
B
F
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Which of the following is not an activity promoted through environmental activism?

A
conservation
B
corrective justice
C
pollution prevention
D
waste regulation
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How is desalination different from water reclamation?

A
Desalination is less expensive than water reclamation.
B
Desalination recharges aquifers.
C
Desalination provides water suitable for drinking.
D
None of the above
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The American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy works to _______.

A
ban the use of products that are not energy efficient
B
fine companies that do not operate at peak energy efficiency
C
invest in clean energy technologies that will strengthen the economy
D
eliminate the use of energy obtained from the burning of coal within ten years
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All international conservation programs were started in the 1990’s.

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T
B
F
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Wind farms do not contribute to air pollution through carbon dioxide emissions.

A
T
B
F
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What occurred as a result of the 1969 Cuyahoga River fire?

A
The number of fire stations along the river was doubled.
B
The public was restricted from accessing the Cuyahoga River.
C
Public awareness of water pollution increased.
D
Ohio residents organized a massive campaign to clean up the river.
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How can nuclear energy use potentially affect soil quality?

A
Nuclear energy use can improve soil quality because radioactive materials are removed from soil during the mining process.
B
Nuclear energy use can decrease soil quality through waste products from mining and production processes.
C
Nuclear energy use can decrease soil quality through potential leaching of waste products into groundwater during the production process.
D
Nuclear energy use has no potential to affect soil quality
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How does the use of hydroelectric energy compare to the use of coal?

A
Hydroelectric energy is more commonly used than coal.
B
Hydroelectric energy is associated with less waste production than coal.
C
Hydroelectric energy has a larger environmental impact than coal use.
D
Hydroelectric energy requires more land space than coal use.
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Which of the following is a difficulty associated with environmental protection?

A
cost
B
unpredictability
C
sustainability
D
all of the above
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Conserving water can save money while protecting the environment.

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T
B
F
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Environmental journalists are prohibited from direct participation in environmental advocacy movements.

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T
B
F
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How is the production of mercury from burning coal an environmental hazard?

A
High concentrations of mercury in the air leads to global warming.
B
Mercury in water systems is transformed through biological processes into a substance that is toxic to animals.
C
Mercury combines with other coal emissions in the air to produce ozone.
D
All of the above
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How has science led to advancements that benefit society?

A
Science increases the understanding of natural processes, which leads to technological advances.
B
Scientific exploration has led to a social imbalance.
C
Scientific understanding leads to technological advances, which contribute to environmental degradation.
D
All of the above
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Nuclear energy use can negatively impact water quality.

A
T
B
F
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Which of the following is a program rather than a law regulating water quality?

A
The Safe Drinking Water Act
B
The Clean Water Act
C
WaterSense
D
The Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act
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The Safe Drinking Water Act limits the amount of pollution introduced into waterways.

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T
B
F
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How has the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service positively impacted ecosystems?

A
by regulating private land use
B
by conserving wildlife habitats
C
by banning hunting and fishing
D
all of the above
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When are conservation efforts most effective?

A
Conservation efforts are most effective when multiple groups cooperate.
B
Conservation efforts are most effective when government is solely responsible for them.
C
Conservation efforts are most effective with individual efforts.
D
Conservation efforts are always effective.

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