Deck 16: Your Environment, Your Health

Question 1

Where is the ozone layer found?

A) Deep in the ocean
B) On the surface of large bodies of water
C) In the stratosphere
D) In the rainforest canopy

Answer 1

In the stratosphere

Question 2

You fly across the Atlantic Ocean and then offset the carbon emission by making a donation to a program that saves the rainforest. Your action conforms to the practice of

A) reuse.
B) sustainability.
C) recycling.
D) downsizing.

Answer 2

sustainability.

Question 3

In the early 1900s public health focused on

A) increasing green spaces.
B) combating infectious diseases.
C) combating climate change.
D) decreasing the use of pesticides.

Answer 3

combating infectious diseases.

Question 4

Which gas is produced when certain pollutants mix with sunlight?

A) Ground-level ozone
B) Nitrogen dioxide
C) Sulfur dioxide
D) Carbon monoxide

Question 5

The collection of organisms and their nonliving surroundings that functions as a unit is called

A) global environment.
B) the ecosystem.
C) arable land.
D) earth science.

Question 6

The term ________ was coined from the words "smoke" and "fog."

A) environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)
B) smog
C) particulates
D) ozone

Question 7

When a country's number of live births and immigrations simply replaces the number of deaths and emigrations, it is said to have achieved ________ population growth.

A) replacement
B) reversal
C) zero
D) equal

Question 8

All of the following are examples of social reforms to help curb population growth except

A) increased opportunities for people to immigrate to the United States.
B) more opportunities for women to pursue a higher education.
C) increased access to contraception.
D) increased professional opportunities for women.

Question 9

The world's population as of 2011 was around

A) 1 billion.
B) 4 billion.
C) 7 billion.
D) 10 billion.

Question 10

Public health experts get involved with all of the following except

A) waste disposal.
B) water safety.
C) air pollution.
D) road safety.

Question 11

The ability to meet our current needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own needs is referred to as

A) environmental health.
B) sustainability.
C) the ecosystem.
D) recycling.

Question 12

According to a survey of college students' viewpoints on environmental health, over half felt that it was important

A) to be involved in cleaning the environment.
B) to make global warming a federal priority.
C) to recycle.
D) to adopt clean practices to help the environment.

Question 13

All of the following are consequences of overpopulation except

A) food shortages.
B) decreased levels of carbon dioxide.
C) water shortages.
D) decreased reserves of oil.

Question 14

Fish can have high levels of this toxin which can cause paralysis or death.

A) Mercury
B) Lead
C) Carbon monoxide
D) Sulfur

Question 15

Which U.S. government agency exists to protect human health and safeguard the natural environment?

A) USDA
B) FDA
C) IPCC
D) EPA

Question 16

The potential effects of global warming include all of these except

A) increased food shortages.
B) fewer hurricanes.
C) more outbreaks of infectious diseases.
D) increased air pollution.

Question 17

Which poisonous gas inhibits the blood's ability to carry oxygen?

A) Carbon dioxide
B) Carbon monoxide
C) Sulfur dioxide
D) Ozone

Question 18

Which highly reactive gas is a primary component of acid rain and is linked to numerous health problems?

A) Ozone
B) Nitrogen dioxide
C) Sulfur dioxide
D) Carbon monoxide

Question 19

Which of the following environmental contaminates makes the most significant contributions to health problems?

A) Human-made contamination
B) Trash disposal
C) Use of pesticides
D) Residual fertilizers

Question 20

The phrase "good up high, bad nearby" with reference to ozone means

A) ground level ozone decreases carbon dioxide levels; stratosphere level ozone increases carbon dioxide levels.
B) the ozone rises and falls depending on air quality.
C) the stratosphere level ozone is protective; ground level is a component in smog.
D) the stratosphere level ozone produces smog; ground level holds it in the atmosphere.

Question 21

Which of the following is not a factor that contributes to global warming?

A) Tree planting
B) Meat production
C) Fossil fuel emissions
D) Deforestation

Question 22

What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by water?

A) 25%
B) 50%
C) 75%
D) 95%

Question 23

Which of the following is not an example of reuse?

A) Using cloth napkins
B) Using canvas tote bags
C) Using fluorescent light bulbs
D) Using rechargeable batteries

Question 24

All of the following are likely sources of water pollution except

A) gasoline storage tanks.
B) pesticide and fertilizer runoff.
C) animal feedlots.
D) groundwater.

Question 25

Recall Camille's student story. Why should she be motivated to take her cell phone to a recycling center?

A) Because cell phones are considered hazardous wastes.
B) Because cell phones are a type of municipal waste.
C) Because she can earn money recycling her cell phone.
D) Because cell phones increase radiation levels in the water.

Question 26

All of the following are problems associated with ozone depletion except

A) increased skin cancer.
B) disruption of aquatic plant life.
C) increased cataracts.
D) damage to tall buildings.

Question 27

Susan is a bit worried that her son, Max, only wants to eat tuna fish every day for lunch. She is concerned because tuna is known to contain

A) phthalates.
B) volatile organic compounds.
C) formaldehyde.
D) mercury.

Question 28

Municipal solid waste (MSW) includes all the following except

A) sewage.
B) plastics.
C) yard clippings.
D) discarded food.

Question 29

What percentage of the Earth's water supply is potable?

A) 1%
B) 10%
C) 25%
D) 50%

Question 30

Most of our exposure to dioxins comes from

A) the air.
B) contaminated fruits and vegetables.
C) home insulation materials.
D) meat, dairy, and seafood.

Question 31

Which of the following is not a water pollutant?

A) Petroleum products
B) Ozone
C) Dioxins
D) Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)

Question 32

Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are found in all of the following except

A) foam containers.
B) computers.
C) air conditioning units.
D) spray propellants.

Question 33

Recall Toby's student story. Which of his daily behaviors increase his carbon footprint?

A) Driving to campus instead of taking the shuttle.
B) Taking the shuttle to campus instead of walking to campus.
C) Not recycling plastic.
D) Not purchasing recycled products.

Question 34

To reduce water pollution, you should do all of the following except

A) bring outdated medicines to a drop-off site.
B) dump old soaps and lotions in the trash.
C) take used motor oil to a disposal site.
D) wash your dirty car yourself.

Question 35

Approximately what percentage of personal trash is recycled in the US?

A) 40%
B) One-half
C) One-third
D) Two-thirds

Question 36

Which of the following is an example of an environmentally friendly cleaning product?

A) Bleach
B) Baking soda
C) Ammonia
D) Antibacterial spray

Question 37

All of the following are common pollutants released into the water supply except

A) lead.
B) carbon monoxide.
C) fertilizer run off.
D) bacteria.

Question 38

All of the following are true regarding hybrid cars except

A) hybrid vehicles do not utilize any fossil fuels to operate.
B) the manufacturing of hybrid cars causes greater environmental damage than the manufacturing of traditional vehicles.
C) some models carry a battery warranty of 100,000 miles.
D) hybrid vehicles do not pollute the air with emissions like a traditional vehicle.

Question 39

All of the following are correct about methane and the environmental effects of cattle grazing except

A) cows exhale methane.
B) methane is a powerful greenhouse gas.
C) methane has less environmental impact per molecule than carbon dioxide.
D) cows excrete methane in their wastes.

Question 40

All of the following are examples of hazardous wastes except

A) e-wastes, such as old cell phones and computers.
B) paint.
C) glass bottles.
D) rechargeable batteries.

Question 41

Carbon monoxide

A) is easy to detect because it smells like rotten eggs.
B) causes liver cancer.
C) can be fatal if inhaled.
D) is more prevalent in the summer.

Question 42

Industrialized nations have a larger ecological footprint than less developed countries.

Question 43

Which of the following foods you should avoid to reduce your exposure to pollutants in the foods you eat?

A) High fat cheese
B) Low fat cheese
C) Organic vegetables
D) Skim milk

Question 44

The ozone layer shields us from excessive UV radiation.

Question 45

Noise pollution that can cause hearing loss begins at

A) 50 decibels.
B) 60 decibels.
C) 85 decibels.
D) 110 decibels.

Question 46

Paint containing lead was commonly used in the United States until what year?

A) 1935
B) 1955
C) 1978
D) 2000

Question 47

Making sure your bathroom is cleaned often and has good air circulation is recommended to help prevent exposure to

A) mold.
B) volatile organic compounds.
C) formaldehyde.
D) asbestos.

Question 48

Which chemical agents found in paint strippers, paints, glues, permanent markers, and office supplies are known to cause cancer?

A) Phthalates
B) Volatile organic compounds
C) Formaldehyde
D) Mercury

Question 49

You are caring for the environment if you have a large carbon footprint.

Question 50

Which of the following types of indoor pollutants is a significant cause of asthma in inner-city children?

A) Lead
B) Mercury
C) Mouse droppings
D) BPA

Question 51

Which indoor pollutant leaches into a home from rocks and soil under the foundation?

A) Radon
B) Mold spores
C) Lead dust
D) Rodent droppings

Question 52

All the following are true with regard to plastic bottles except

A) Americans drink more than 34 gallons per person per year.
B) Approximately only 37% of the bottles are recycled.
C) The bottle water industry is regulated by stricter controls than tap water.
D) High concentrations of bottles have been found in the Pacific Ocean and parts of the Atlantic.

Question 53

Pesticides and herbicides would most likely be found in

A) farm produce.
B) city dust.
C) electrical equipment.
D) preservatives.

Question 54

Which is an example of ionizing radiation?

A) Radio waves
B) Microwaves
C) Ultraviolet light
D) Visible light

Question 55

All of the following are suggested ways to reduce your exposure to radiation except

A) when using a cell phone, use a headset.
B) work with your dentist to reduce your exposure to X-rays.
C) test your home for radon.
D) maintain a good tan to protect your skin.

Question 56

Before the 1970's, which chemical was found in housing insulation materials and is now known to cause lung cancer?

A) Asbestos
B) Volatile organic compounds
C) Radon
D) Phthalates

Question 57

What type of damage can BPA cause?

A) It can damage the nervous system.
B) It can cause cancer.
C) It can cause allergic reactions.
D) It can interfere with the endocrine system.

Question 58

Radiation can travel in which of the following forms?

A) Rays
B) Waves
C) Particles
D) All of the answers are correct.

Question 59

The Jones family went to sleep with their wood-burning stove still lit. Several hours later Mr. Jones woke up nauseous and confused. Which gas is likely to be at high levels in his house?

A) Volatile organic compounds
B) Nitrogen dioxide
C) Carbon monoxide
D) Sulfur dioxide

Question 60

Which type of indoor air pollution is the second leading cause of lung cancer?

A) Mold spores
B) Fireplace smoke
C) Lead dust
D) Radon

Question 61

Dioxins have been linked to cancer.

Question 62

Large fish, such as tuna and swordfish consume contaminated smaller fish and pass it on to consumers.

Question 63

Of the two types of radiation, ionizing radiation is the less harmful.

Question 64

The best way to avoid toxins in packaged products is to buy products in paper packaging.

Question 65

Bisphenol A, or BPA is found in baby bottles, plastic dinnerware, and plastic beverage containers.

Question 66

Health risks of tanning include increased risk of skin cancer.

Question 67

The terms reuse and recycle basically mean the same thing.

Question 68

Livestock production is a primary source of methane emissions.

Question 69

Acid rain is a combination of carbon dioxide and sulfur dioxide.

Question 70

Ozone depletion is irreversible.

Question 71

A molecule of methane produces more than 25 times the warming of a molecule of carbon dioxide.

Question 72

Carbon monoxide poisoning may result from a poorly ventilated gas heater.

Question 73

Tanning beds are safer than the sun because radiation exposure is minimal in a tanning bed.

Question 74

Old paint may contain toxic levels of asbestos.

Question 75

Composting food scraps and yard trimmings produces a natural fertilizer.

Question 76

Bottled water must meet higher health and safety standards than tap water.

Question 77

Ozone depletion only affects regions close to the poles, such as Australia.

Question 78

In environmental terms, reduction refers to changes in manufacturing and consumption to limit the amount and toxicity of waste.

Question 79

Minority and low-income communities are more likely to face environmental health risks than Caucasians.

Question 80

Listening to music on a personal device, such as an MP3 player is less damaging to hearing than exposure to busy city traffic noise.