Geography quiz Geography – Environmental Geography Quiz By isitok - September 7, 2024 0 70 FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsApp Page 1 of 20 1. What term is used to describe the zone of transition between land and ocean where unique ecosystems such as mangroves and salt marshes are found? A) Coastal Zone B) Estuary C) Coral Reef D) Tundra Page 2 of 20 2. The Amazon Rainforest, one of the world's most biodiverse regions, is located primarily in which continent? A) Africa B) Asia C) South America D) Australia Page 3 of 20 3. What is the primary greenhouse gas responsible for global warming and climate change? A) Methane (CH₄) B) Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) C) Nitrous Oxide (N₂O) D) Ozone (O₃) Page 4 of 20 4. The term "biodiversity" refers to what aspect of ecosystems? A) The variety of different species of plants and animals B) The number of environmental regulations in place C) The amount of renewable energy resources available D) The rate of deforestation in a region Page 5 of 20 5. Which international agreement aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels? A) Kyoto Protocol B) Paris Agreement C) Montreal Protocol D) Rio Declaration Page 6 of 20 6. What term describes the phenomenon of an increase in the Earth's average surface temperature due to the greenhouse effect? A) Climate Change B) Global Warming C) Urban Heat Island D) Ozone Depletion Page 7 of 20 7. The Great Barrier Reef, the largest coral reef system in the world, is located off the coast of which country? A) Philippines B) Indonesia C) Australia D) Fiji Page 8 of 20 8. What type of forest is characterized by high biodiversity and located near the equator, with high rainfall throughout the year? A) Temperate Forest B) Taiga C) Boreal Forest D) Tropical Rainforest Page 9 of 20 9. Which environmental issue involves the gradual increase in the acidity of oceans due to higher CO₂ levels? A) Ocean Acidification B) Sea Level Rise C) Coral Bleaching D) Overfishing Page 10 of 20 10. What is the primary cause of desertification, which leads to the degradation of arid and semi-arid lands? A) Urbanization B) Overgrazing C) Coastal Erosion D) Glacial Melting Page 11 of 20 11. The term "sustainability" refers to what concept? A) Meeting present needs without compromising future generations’ ability to meet their needs B) Maximizing economic growth at the expense of environmental health C) Reducing pollution by relocating industries D) Using natural resources at an accelerated rate Page 12 of 20 12. Which layer of the Earth’s atmosphere contains the ozone layer that protects life from harmful ultraviolet radiation? A) Troposphere B) Stratosphere C) Mesosphere D) Thermosphere Page 13 of 20 13. What term is used to describe a habitat that is under severe threat due to human activities, such as deforestation or pollution? A) Critical Zone B) Endangered Habitat C) Hotspot D) Conservation Area Page 14 of 20 14. Which renewable energy source is derived from the movement of water and includes technologies such as hydroelectric dams and tidal power? A) Solar Energy B) Wind Energy C) Geothermal Energy D) Hydropower Page 15 of 20 15. The "Greenhouse Effect" involves the trapping of heat in the Earth's atmosphere. What does it primarily result from? A) Increased levels of greenhouse gases B) Reduced levels of ultraviolet radiation C) Expansion of polar ice caps D) Increased albedo effect Page 16 of 20 16. What is the name of the process by which fertile land becomes desert as a result of drought, deforestation, or inappropriate agriculture? A) Erosion B) Desertification C) Salinization D) Glaciation Page 17 of 20 17. Which country is known for its extensive efforts to combat deforestation through the establishment of large-scale reforestation programs and national parks? A) Brazil B) Russia C) Canada D) India Page 18 of 20 18. The term "carbon footprint" refers to what measure? A) The total amount of carbon dioxide emissions produced by an individual, organization, or country B) The area of land required for agriculture C) The reduction in biodiversity due to habitat loss D) The extent of land covered by forests Page 19 of 20 19. Which environmental phenomenon involves the melting of ice caps and glaciers, leading to rising sea levels? A) Greenhouse Effect B) Sea Level Rise C) Ocean Acidification D) Eutrophication Page 20 of 20 20. What international organization is responsible for overseeing global efforts to protect the environment and promote sustainable development? A) World Health Organization (WHO) B) United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) C) World Trade Organization (WTO) D) International Monetary Fund (IMF) Please provide your contact information to proceed.Email Address *First Name *Consent *Yes, I agree with the privacy policy and terms and conditions.Start QuizSkip and continue
