Earth Science Geology, the Environment, and the Universe

Section 3: Air Resources

Self-Check Quizzes-English

1
Which is one way in which the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere can be reduced?
A)limit forest clear cutting
B)increase our use of fossil fuels
C)add certain bacteria to the soil
D)recycle carbon based materials
2
How is oxygen released into Earth's atmosphere?
A)burning fossil fuels
B)photosynthetic plants
C)volcanic eruptions
D)burning forests
3
What part of this township shown in the map can negatively impact the air resources?
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A)gravel pit
B)woods
C)river
D)highway
4
Which statement about oxygen is true?
A)It has not always been a part of Earth’s atmosphere.
B)It has been in Earth’s atmosphere for the past 4.6 billion years.
C)It is released by volcanic eruptions in large quantities.
D)It was used up by early life-forms during photosynthesis.
5
What is an example of natural air pollution?
A)acid precipitation
B)smoke from forest fires
C)carbon monoxide from engine exhaust
D)dust from desertification
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