Earth & Space Science: Exam 1
Safety, Systems, Spheres & Human Impact
Safety, Systems, Spheres & Human Impact
What would be an appropriate action when a lab experiment goes wrong?
Why is it important to wear protective clothing in a lab?
What should you do if you spill a chemical on yourself during a lab?
Where should broken glassware be disposed?
What should you do before starting any laboratory procedure?
Why shouldn't we eat or drink in science labs?
Why is it crucial to wear closed-toe shoes in a science lab?
In a lab, where should long hair be tied?
What does the term 'waft' refer to in a lab setting?
What could be the consequence of not following safety protocols in the lab?
What does the term 'biosphere' refer to?
Which of the following is NOT included in the hydrosphere?
What is the primary source of energy for the biosphere?
Which layer of Earth contains the majority of the hydrosphere?
Which sphere of the earth includes rocks and land surfaces?
Which sphere of Earth is primarily responsible for weather conditions?
Which layer of the atmosphere is the closest to Earth's surface?
What is the primary function of the geosphere?
What is a common interaction between the biosphere and geosphere?
What's a negative impact humans might have on the geosphere?
Which gas does the hydrosphere absorb from the atmosphere during interaction?
Which is an example of biosphere and hydrosphere interaction?
Which is an example of interaction between the geosphere and hydrosphere?
What does the hydrosphere consist of?
Moving tectonic plates (earth's land) under the ocean is an example of which spheres interacting?
Which component is not part of the geosphere?
Is the water cycle an example of a system?
Is our solar system a system according to earth and space science?
Do you consider the human body a system?
A system is a group of interacting or interrelated entities that form a unified whole.
Match the impact to the correct human activity.
| Stavka koja se može prevući | arrow_right_alt | Odgovarajuća stavka |
|---|---|---|
Industrialization & Urban Growth | arrow_right_alt | Depletion of marine life |
Overfishing | arrow_right_alt | Loss of wildlife habitat |
Deforestation | arrow_right_alt | Air pollution |
Match the human actions to the sphere they most impact.
| Stavka koja se može prevući | arrow_right_alt | Odgovarajuća stavka |
|---|---|---|
Littering | arrow_right_alt | Hydrosphere |
Ocean dumping | arrow_right_alt | Atmosphere |
Burning fossil fuels | arrow_right_alt | Geosphere |
Match the human impact to the corresponding effect on earth's system.
| Stavka koja se može prevući | arrow_right_alt | Odgovarajuća stavka |
|---|---|---|
Mining | arrow_right_alt | Depletion of soil nutrients |
Carbon emissions | arrow_right_alt | Changing the landforms for resources |
Excessive agriculture | arrow_right_alt | Increased Earth Temperature |
Associate the human action with its consequence.
| Stavka koja se može prevući | arrow_right_alt | Odgovarajuća stavka |
|---|---|---|
Excessive water usage | arrow_right_alt | Harm to marine life |
Plastic pollution | arrow_right_alt | Global warming |
Greenhouse gas emission | arrow_right_alt | Drought |
Match the human activities with their respective impacts on the environment
| Stavka koja se može prevući | arrow_right_alt | Odgovarajuća stavka |
|---|---|---|
Industrial pollution | arrow_right_alt | Global warming |
Deforestation | arrow_right_alt | Air and water contamination |
Burning fossil fuels | arrow_right_alt | Loss of biodiversity |
Connect the type of pollution with the sphere it affects the most.
| Stavka koja se može prevući | arrow_right_alt | Odgovarajuća stavka |
|---|---|---|
Landfill waste | arrow_right_alt | Atmosphere |
Air pollution | arrow_right_alt | Hydrosphere |
Oil spills | arrow_right_alt | Geosphere |
Match the household activity to its environmental impact
| Stavka koja se može prevući | arrow_right_alt | Odgovarajuća stavka |
|---|---|---|
Leaving lights on | arrow_right_alt | Creates non-biodegradable waste |
Recycling paper products | arrow_right_alt | Energy wastage |
Using plastic bags | arrow_right_alt | Reduces deforestation |
Pair the type of energy use with its environmental consequence.
| Stavka koja se može prevući | arrow_right_alt | Odgovarajuća stavka |
|---|---|---|
Solar panels | arrow_right_alt | Air pollution and global warming |
Coal-based electricity | arrow_right_alt | Groundwater contamination |
Natural gas for heating | arrow_right_alt | Minimal environmental impact |
Agriculture has no impact on the environment.
The use of pesticides in farming can pollute water systems.
All forms of farming are harmful to the environment.
Deforestation for agricultural purposes does not contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.