Climate Change in Relation to Energy Production Flashcards
(40 cards)
1
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- It refers to actions taken to reduce or prevent the emission of greenhouse gases (GHGs) to slow down global warming.
a. Climate Change Adaptation
b. Climate Change Mitigation
c. Climate Change
d. Impacts of Climate
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B
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- It refers to a wide range of measures to reduce vulnerability to climate change impacts.
a. Climate Change Adaptation
b. Climate Change Mitigation
c. Climate Change
d. Impacts of Climate
A
A
3
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- This traps heat, causing the greenhouse effect and raising Earth’s temperature.
a. Industrial and Agricultural Emissions
b. Burning Fossil Fuel
c. Pollution and Ozone Layer Depletion
d. Deforestation
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B
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- This can indirectly affect climate patterns by changing temperature balance.
a. Industrial and Agricultural Emissions
b. Burning Fossil Fuel
c. Pollution and Ozone Layer Depletion
d. Deforestation
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C
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- These “gases” have always been part of Earth’s system, but human activities drastically increase their levels beyond natural cycles.
a. Methane (CH₄) and Carbon dioxide (CO₂)
b. Nitrous Oxide (N₂O) and Sulfur Dioxide (SO₂)
c. Methane (CH₄) and Sulfur Dioxide (SO₂)
d. Carbon dioxide (CO₂) and Nitrous Oxide (N₂O)
A
A
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- It is the most abundant of all energy resources and can even be harnessed in cloudy weather.
a. Wind Energy
b. Geothermal Energy
c. Solar Energy
d. Hydropwer
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C
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- It is the largest source of renewable energy in the electricity sector. It uses the energy of water moving from higher to lower elevations.
a. Ocean Energy
b. Hydropower
c. Bioenergy
d. Geothermal Energy
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B
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- It utilizes the accessible thermal energy from the Earth’s interior. Heat is extracted from geothermal reservoirs using wells or other means.
a. Wind Energy
b. Geothermal Energy
c. Solar Energy
d. Ocean Energy
A
B
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- It is used in rural areas for cooking, lighting and space heating, generally by poorer populations in developing countries.
a. Ocean Energy
b. Hydropower
c. Bioenergy
d. Wind Energy
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C
10
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- Both measures those actions that are taken to reduce and curb greenhouse gas emissions and based on reducing vulnerability to the effects of climate change.
a. Mitigation and Adaptation
b. Mitigation and Energy
c. Adaptation and Energy
d. NOTA
A
A
11
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- Which of the following is NOT an impact of climate change?
a. Rising sea levels
b. Decreasing biodiversity
c. Reduced solar radiation
d. NOTA
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C
12
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- What causes sea levels to rise due to climate change?
a. Increased volcanic activity
b. Melting polar ice and thermal expansion of water
c. Decreased rainfall
d. Changes in Earth’s orbit
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B
13
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- How is global warming linked to extreme weather?
a. It reduces rainfall and makes the climate stable
b. It increases atmospheric moisture, leading to stronger storms and droughts
c. It has no effect on weather patterns
d. It weakens the ozone layer, causing more UV radiation
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B
14
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- How much warmer is the Earth’s surface now compared to the late 1800s?
a. About 1.2°C
b. About 0.5°C
c. About 3°C
d. About 2°C
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A
15
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- Which fossil fuel is formed from decomposed plankton?
a. Biomas
b. Coal
c. Oil and natural gas
d. NOTA
A
C
16
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- What is the primary component of natural gas?
a. Carbon dioxide (CO₂)
b. Nitrogen (N₂)
c. Oxygen (O₂)
d. Methane (CH₄)
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D
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- What role do greenhouse gases play in Earth’s climate?
a. They trap heat, keeping the Earth warm enough to sustain life
b. They reflect sunlight, making the Earth colder
c. They prevent oxygen from entering the atmosphere
d. They absorb nitrogen, reducing global warming
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A
18
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- Which of the following is a man-made greenhouse gas?
a. Sulfur hexafluoride (SF₆)
b. Oxygen (O₂)
c. Nitrogen (N₂)
d. Argon (Ar)
A
A
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- Which fossil fuel is primarily formed from decomposed plants?
a. Oil
b. Natural gas
c. Methane
d. Coal
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D
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- How are fossil fuels formed?
a. From decomposed plants and animals subjected to heat and pressure over millions
of years
b. From volcanic eruptions
c. By mixing chemicals in a laboratory
d. NOTA
A
A
21
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- It is a phenomenon that refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns.
a. Global Warming
b. Climate Change
c. Weather
d. Ozone Layer Depletion
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B
22
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- At the same time, _____causes more moisture to evaporate from the planet’s surface in dry
weather, resulting in more frequent and intense droughts and heat waves.
a. cold air
b. water vapor
c. warmer air
d. condensed air
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C
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- It refers to the process of generating energy in various forms to meet the needs of society. This encompasses both renewable and nonrenewable resources.
a. Energy Production
b. Energy Conservation
c. Energy Preservation
d. Energy Sources
A
A
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- As the earth’s atmosphere heats up, it holds_____, changing weather patterns and fueling more severe rainfall events.
a. cold air
b. more water
c. warmer air
d. lesser water
A
B
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25.Natural gas is usually found in pockets above____. It can also be found in _____layers that don’t contain oil. Natural gas is primarily made up of methane.
a. oil deposits, sedimentary rock
b. sedimentary rock, oil deposits
c. rocks, earth
d. earth, rocks
A
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27. Coal is a material usually found in sedimentary rock deposits where rock and dead plant and animal matter are piled up in layers. More than ____of a piece of coal’s weight must be from____.
a. 50 percent, fossilized plants
b. 70 percent, fossilized plants
c. 30 percent, dead animals
d. 70 percent, dead animals
A
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26. Oil is originally found as a solid material between layers of____, like shale. This material is heated in order to produce the thick oil that can be used to make___.
a. deposits, diesel
b. deposits, gasoline
c. sedimentary rock, diesel
d. sedimentary rock, gasoline
D
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28. This method uses an electrical current to separate the hydrogen from the oxygen in water. If this electricity is obtained from renewable sources we will, therefore, produce energy without emitting carbon dioxide into the atmosphere
a. Floating Offshore Wind Turbines
b. Advanced Nuclear Reactors
c. Green Hydrogen
d. CCS
C
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29. The advanced nuclear reactors described here improve upon traditional nuclear reactors in several ways, partially overcoming many of the barriers that nuclear power has faced.
a. Floating Offshore Wind Turbines
b. Advanced Nuclear Reactors
c. Green Hydrogen
d. CCS
B
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30. Iit is a source of clean and renewable energy obtained by harnessing the power of the wind offshore, where it reaches a higher and more constant speed due to the lack of barriers.
a. Floating Offshore Wind Turbines
b. Advanced Nuclear Reactors
c. Green Hydrogen
d. CCS
A
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31. This law established the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) system in the Philippines. It requires developers (public and private) to assess the environmental effects of projects before starting.
a. Philippine Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) System
b. Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999
c. Climate Change Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9729)
d. Renewable Energy Act of 2008 (Republic Act No. 9513)
A
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32. Projects that may significantly affect the environment must secure an_________. This ensures that the project will follow environmental laws, mitigation measures, and sustainability practices.
a. CAA
b. ECC
c. AAC
d. CCE
B
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33. First major international treaty to reduce greenhouse gases.
a. Paris Agreement
b. Kyoto Protocol
c. UNFCCC
d. Montreal Protocol
B
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34. The aim of this agreement is to limit global temperature rise to well below 2°C, preferably 1.5°V
a. Paris Agreement
b. Kyoto Protocol
c. UNFCCC
d. Montreal Protocol
A
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35. United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) – 1992 Foundation of all global climate agreements.
a. Paris Agreement
b. Kyoto Protocol
c. UNFCCC
d. Montreal Protocol
C
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36. This aims to protect the ozone layer by phasing out harmful substances like CFCs.
a. Paris Agreement
b. Kyoto Protocol
c. UNFCCC
d. Montreal Protocol
D
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37. Mandates the integration of climate change into government plans and policies, including the energy sector. It also supports climate-resilient development and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
a. Renewable Energy Act of 2008 (Republic Act No. 9513)
b. Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (Republic Act No. 11285)
c. Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 (Republic Act No. 8749)
d. Climate Change Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9729)
D
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38. Aims to accelerate the development of renewable energy resources in the Philippines (e.g., solar, wind, hydro, biomass). Encourages energy independence and reduces reliance on fossil fuels.
a. Renewable Energy Act of 2008 (Republic Act No. 9513)
b. Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (Republic Act No. 11285)
c. Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 (Republic Act No. 8749)
d. Climate Change Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9729)
A
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39. Regulates air pollution from stationary (e.g., power plants) and mobile sources.
a. Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 (Republic Act No. 8749)
b. Climate Change Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9729)
c. National Climate Change Action Plan (NCCAP)
d. Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (Republic Act No. 11285)
A
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40. A strategic framework guiding the country’s climate change response from 2011 to 2028. One of its key themes is sustainable energy, promoting energy security and low-carbon development.
a. Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 (Republic Act No. 8749)
b. Climate Change Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9729)
c. National Climate Change Action Plan (NCCAP)
d. Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (Republic Act No. 11285)
C
