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How has the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere changed since the Industrial Revolution?
a
It has remained steady.
b
It increased slightly, then significantly decreased.
c
It has significantly increased.
d
It has significantly decreased.
c - It has significantly increased.
How would life on Earth be affected if the atmosphere did NOT contain greenhouse gases?
a
There would likely not be life on Earth because its surface would be much colder and Earth's water would be frozen.
b
There would likely be a few less organisms on Earth because the lack of greenhouse gases would make Earth a little cooler.
c
There would likely be more diverse life on Earth because the lack of greenhouse gases would make Earth just a little warmer.
d
There would likely not be life on Earth because Earth's surface would be much hotter without the Sun's rays being blocked.
a - There would likely not be life on Earth because its surface would be much colder and Earth's water would be frozen.
Which is NOT a factor that causes the different characteristics of the climate zones?
a
latitude
b
types of plants that grow
c
elevation
d
nearness to bodies of water
b - Types of plants that grow.
Which of the following most likely coincides with mass extinction in the geologic time scale?
a
rapid global changes to the environment
b
long periods of environmental stability
c
the introduction of native species to a new environment
d
the removal of nonnative resources from an environment
a - Rapid global changes to the environment.
The energy Earth receives from the Sun comes from
a
the mechanical motion of the planets orbiting the Sun.
b
the burning of hydrogen and helium within the Sun's core.
c
the mechanical motion of the Sun rotating around its axis.
d
the burning of oxygen and carbon within the Sun's cor
b - The burning of hydrogen and helium within the Sun's core.
One of the intentions of slave narratives was to bring attention to the "myths" of slavery or enslavement. What myth is Douglass trying to rebuke (criticize) with this quote?
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One of the intentions of slave narratives was to bring attention to the "myths" of slavery or enslavement. What myth is Douglass trying to rebuke (criticize) with this quote?
I'm sorry, I need more information or context to be able to answer this question. Which Douglass are you referring to? Is there a specific quote you are asking about?
Frederick Douglass
Thank you for clarifying. Can you please provide me with the quote in question so I can determine which myth Frederick Douglass was criticizing?
nevermind, can you answer this next question
A major ocean current called the Gulf Stream flows north, bringing water from the equator up along the East Coast of the United States. This can cause
a
cool water to collect, forming snow clouds.
b
warm and cool water to collide, causing tides.
c
warm water to collect, making storms impossible.
d
warm and cool water to mix, forming winds and storms.
d - Warm and cool water to mix, forming winds and storms.
Question 9 (1 point)
An area that normally has a moderate amount of rain is suddenly struck with weeks of rain, leading to a flood in the region. All of the following could be an effect of this flood EXCEPT
a
an increase in insect populations that live mainly in soil and grasses.
b
the pollution of local watersheds from runoff of chemicals and fertilizers.
c
a decrease in erosion in areas where water is flowing.
d
sediment buildup in large areas of standing water.
c - A decrease in erosion in areas where water is flowing.
What is the most common greenhouse gas emitted from human activity?
a
oxygen
b
carbon monoxide
c
carbon dioxide
d
sulfur
c - Carbon dioxide.
Question 12 (1 point)
Which is NOT a greenhouse gas?
a
nitrous oxide
b
carbon dioxide
c
methane
d
oxygen
d - Oxygen.
Which of the following refers to a farming method that produces crops without harming the environment, or at least not as much?
a
Sustainable Farming
b
modern farming
c
clear cutting
d
terrace farming
a - Sustainable Farming.
Question 14 (1 point)
Most of the water on Earth is
a
brackish water
b
fresh water
c
salt water
d
in reservoirs
c - Salt water.
Question 15 (1 point)
A tall wall built along the edge of a beach designed to receive waves at high tide, in order to prevent beach erosion
a
sea wall
b
levees
c
sea stacks
d
jetties
a - Sea wall.
Adding sand onto a beach to replace or replenish the sand that has been eroded on the beach; it's like feeding the beach
a
wave action
b
temporary levee
c
beach nourishment
d
sea wall
c - Beach nourishment.
Which piece of legislation DIRECTLY regulates mining & attempts to limit its impacts on the environment?
a
Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977
b
Endangered Species Act
c
Clean Water Act
d
Comprehensive Liability Act
a - Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977.
Removing vegetation, soil, and rock to extract a mineral deposit in Earth’s surface.
a
tailings mining
b
smelting
c
subsurface mining
d
surface mining
d - Surface mining.
Rock wastes that remain after the desired mineral has been extracted after processing ore. put in ponds (where they can be washed out by rain or leak out) or piled up (where the wind can blow them away)
a
ore
b
tailings
c
mineral
d
top soil
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Rock wastes that remain after the desired mineral has been extracted after processing ore. put in ponds (where they can be washed out by rain or leak out) or piled up (where the wind can blow them away)
a
ore
b
tailings
c
mineral
d
top soil
b - Tailings.
Which is/are problem(s) associated with mining?
a
habitat destruction
b
water pollution
c
health problems for people and organisms living nearby
d
all of these
d - All of these.
Growing plants in water instead of soil is called _____________________________.
a
organic farming
b
soilless media
c
hydroponics
d
aquaculture