Lesson 5 Flashcards
1
Q
What is defined as the sum total of all living and non-living elements that influence human life?
A
Environment
The environment encompasses all elements that affect human existence.
2
Q
List the four functions of the environment.
A
- Provides resources
- Sustain life
- Assimilates waste
- Enhance the quality of life
3
Q
What is the first principle of the environment?
A
Nature knows best
Disruptions to natural cycles can lead to ecological imbalances.
4
Q
Why is the extinction of any species significant?
A
Each organism plays an important role in nature, and its loss disrupts natural balance.
5
Q
What does the principle ‘everything is connected to everything else’ imply?
A
All biotic and abiotic components in an ecosystem interact to sustain it.
6
Q
True or False: The environment is static and does not change.
A
False
The environment is constantly changing, and human actions can exacerbate these changes.
7
Q
Fill in the blank: The environment has the ability to absorb waste and recycle it, but improper management leads to _______.
A
nuisance or poison
8
Q
What are the two classifications of Earth’s resources?
A
- Renewable
- Non-renewable
9
Q
What does the statement ‘ours is a finite earth’ signify?
A
Earth has limited resources that must be recycled over time for life to continue.
10
Q
According to the principles, what is the human role in relation to nature?
A
Stewards of God’s creation
Humans are tasked with caring for nature, not destroying it.
11
Q
What does Republic Act 9003 focus on?
A
Ecological Solid Waste Management
It emphasizes proper waste segregation, collection, and disposal.
12
Q
List two prohibited acts under Republic Act 9003.
A
- Littering in public places
- Open burning of solid waste
13
Q
What are the penalties for violating Republic Act 9003?
A
- Fines ranging from P300 to P1,000
- Community service from 1 to 15 days
14
Q
What is the primary focus of Republic Act 9275?
A
Protecting the country’s bodies of water from land-based pollutants.
15
Q
List two prohibited acts under Republic Act 9275.
A
- Discharging water pollutants into water bodies
- Unauthorized transport of sewage sludge
16
Q
What is the penalty for discharging untreated wastewater under Republic Act 9275?
A
Fines of not less than Php 10,000 but not more than Php 200,000 per day of violation.
17
Q
What does Republic Act 8749 emphasize?
A
Maintaining National Air Quality Guidelines values for criteria pollutants.
18
Q
Fill in the blank: Burning municipal waste in violation of the Clean Air Act can result in _______.
A
two years and one day to four years imprisonment
19
Q
What are the penalties for manufacturing or selling leaded gasoline under Republic Act 8749?
A
Three years and one day to five years imprisonment and fines.
20
Q
What is the penalty for manufacturing or selling unleaded gasoline that does not meet specifications?
A
Three (3) years and one (1) day to five (5) years imprisonment and appropriate fines
This is in accordance with Section 8 of the regulations.
21
Q
What is the punishment for manufacturing or trading fuel or fuel additives without DOE registration?
A
Two (2) years and one (1) day to four (4) years imprisonment and appropriate fines
This is specified in Section 11.
22
Q
Define ‘Misfuelling’.
A
Introducing leaded gasoline into a vehicle labeled ‘unleaded gasoline only’
Violators face imprisonment or a fine.
23
Q
What does Republic Act 6969 restrict?
A
Importation, manufacturing, processing, sales, distribution, use, and disposal of hazardous chemical substances
It aims to protect human health in the Philippines.
24
Q
What is the penalty for knowingly using a prohibited chemical substance?
A
Six (6) months and one day to six (6) years imprisonment and fines from Php600.00 to Php4,000.00
This is outlined in Section 13 of RA 6969.
25
What happens if a government official violates the provisions of RA 6969?
Automatic dismissal from office and permanent disqualification from any elective or appointive position
## Footnote
This applies to government officials found violating the law.
26
What is the maximum fine for violating the Environmental Compliance Certificate under Presidential Decree 1586?
Fifty thousand pesos (P50,000.00)
## Footnote
This penalty is at the discretion of the National Environmental Protection Council.
27
What must be secured before undertaking an environmentally critical project according to P.D. 1586?
An Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC)
## Footnote
Section 4 of P.D. 1586 mandates this requirement.
28
What is a Cease and Desist Order (CDO)?
An order issued to prevent grave or irreparable damage to the environment
## Footnote
It is effective immediately and cannot be stayed pending appeal.
29
List the Philippine agencies responsible for protecting the environment.
* DENR (Department of Environment and Natural Resources)
* EMB (Environmental Management Bureau)
* CCC (Climate Change Commission)
* NSWMC (National Solid Waste Management Commission)
* PCAARRD (Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development)
## Footnote
These agencies play key roles in environmental protection.
30
What constitutes a forest?
An ecosystem with a dense and extensive tree cover that varies by species composition and structure
## Footnote
Forests are often referred to as the 'Lungs of the Earth'.
31
What are the advantages of having forests?
* Acts as wind barriers
* Provides medicinal remedies
* Offers recreational opportunities
* Supplies lumber
* Promotes rainfall
* Prevents soil erosion
* Reduces flooding
* Maintains atmospheric composition
* Reduces noise pollution
## Footnote
Forests are vital for ecological balance and human benefit.
32
Name the five different types of forests.
* Primary or Virgin Forest
* Secondary Forest
* Grasslands/Parang Vegetation
* Bamboo Thicket
* Cultivated Fields
## Footnote
Each type has distinct characteristics and ecological importance.
33
What is the penalty for illegal logging in the Philippines?
Fines ranging from P500 to P50,000 and imprisonment from six months to two years for first-time offenders
## Footnote
Repeat offenders face more severe penalties.
34
What is the purpose of the Community-based Forest Management Agreement (CBFMA)?
To establish an agreement between the DENR and Peoples Organizations for forest management
## Footnote
This promotes sustainable forest use and conservation.
35
What is the NIPAS Law?
Republic Act No. 7586, which protects areas with unique biodiversity and cultural heritage
## Footnote
It designates 13 protected areas in the Philippines.
36
True or False: The maximum fine for operating a project without an ECC is P50,000.
True
## Footnote
This applies to violations of the Environmental Impact Statement System.
37
What is the National Protected Areas System (NIPAS) in the Philippines?
A system that includes 107 areas set aside for their unique biodiversity, natural and cultural heritage.
38
List three protected areas under the NIPAS.
* Batanes Protected Landscapes and Seascapes
* Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park
* Mount Apo Natural Park
39
What law established the National Protected Areas System in the Philippines?
NIPAS Law (Republic Act No. 7586)
40
What is afforestation?
Planting trees in areas where there were none before.
41
Define reforestation.
The process of reestablishing a forest on previously cleared land.
42
What is endemic species?
Native or confined naturally to a particular area; biologically a relic of once wide distribution.
43
What is the Amazon rainforest known for?
It is the world's richest and most varied biological reservoir.
44
True or False: The Amazon rainforest plays a crucial role in regulating the global climate.
True
45
What is water conservation?
Reduction of water use, unnecessary water use, or water waste.
46
What is water sanitation?
The process of purifying water by eliminating harmful contaminants and pathogens.
47
What are some methods to ensure water is safe to use?
* Filter
* Disinfect
* Test Regularly
* Maintain Infrastructure
* Follow Guidelines
48
What are basic solutions to prevent risks from ineffective water sanitation?
* Improve Sanitation Infrastructure
* Implement Water Treatment
* Promote Hygiene Education
49
What is global warming?
Warming of the Earth's lower atmosphere due to increased concentrations of greenhouse gases.
50
How long can greenhouse gases remain in the atmosphere?
For hundreds of years.
51
What are the two main ways to manage global climate change?
* Mitigation
* Adaptation
52
How can youth contribute to environmental protection?
* Advocacy and Awareness
* Innovation and Technology
* Community Engagement
* Policy Influence
* Education
53
Fill in the blank: Water sanitation is essential for _______.
protecting public health
54
What is the impact of climate change on agriculture?
It leads to changes in precipitation patterns and affects crop yields.
55
What is the significance of the Amazon rainforest in terms of oxygen production?
It provides a significant portion of the world's oxygen.
56
What is an important practice for water conservation while brushing teeth?
Close the faucet while brushing.
57
True or False: The Amazon rainforest spans approximately 6,000,000 square kilometers.
True
58
What is a potential consequence of ineffective water sanitation?
Spread of waterborne diseases.
59
What role does youth play in innovation for environmental issues?
They develop innovative solutions and tools for environmental monitoring and conservation.
60
What is defined as the sum total of all living and non-living elements that influence human life?
Environment
## Footnote
The environment encompasses all elements that affect human existence.
61
List the four functions of the environment.
* Provides resources
* Sustain life
* Assimilates waste
* Enhance the quality of life
62
What is the first principle of the environment?
Nature knows best
## Footnote
Disruptions to natural cycles can lead to ecological imbalances.
63
Why is the extinction of any species significant?
Each organism plays an important role in nature, and its loss disrupts natural balance.
64
What does the principle 'everything is connected to everything else' imply?
All biotic and abiotic components in an ecosystem interact to sustain it.
65
True or False: The environment is static and does not change.
False
## Footnote
The environment is constantly changing, and human actions can exacerbate these changes.
66
Fill in the blank: The environment has the ability to absorb waste and recycle it, but improper management leads to _______.
nuisance or poison
67
What are the two classifications of Earth's resources?
* Renewable
* Non-renewable
68
What does the statement 'ours is a finite earth' signify?
Earth has limited resources that must be recycled over time for life to continue.
69
According to the principles, what is the human role in relation to nature?
Stewards of God’s creation
## Footnote
Humans are tasked with caring for nature, not destroying it.
70
What does Republic Act 9003 focus on?
Ecological Solid Waste Management
## Footnote
It emphasizes proper waste segregation, collection, and disposal.
71
List two prohibited acts under Republic Act 9003.
* Littering in public places
* Open burning of solid waste
72
What are the penalties for violating Republic Act 9003?
* Fines ranging from P300 to P1,000
* Community service from 1 to 15 days
73
What is the primary focus of Republic Act 9275?
Protecting the country’s bodies of water from land-based pollutants.
74
List two prohibited acts under Republic Act 9275.
* Discharging water pollutants into water bodies
* Unauthorized transport of sewage sludge
75
What is the penalty for discharging untreated wastewater under Republic Act 9275?
Fines of not less than Php 10,000 but not more than Php 200,000 per day of violation.
76
What does Republic Act 8749 emphasize?
Maintaining National Air Quality Guidelines values for criteria pollutants.
77
Fill in the blank: Burning municipal waste in violation of the Clean Air Act can result in _______.
two years and one day to four years imprisonment
78
What are the penalties for manufacturing or selling leaded gasoline under Republic Act 8749?
Three years and one day to five years imprisonment and fines.
79
What is the penalty for manufacturing or selling unleaded gasoline that does not meet specifications?
Three (3) years and one (1) day to five (5) years imprisonment and appropriate fines
## Footnote
This is in accordance with Section 8 of the regulations.
80
What is the punishment for manufacturing or trading fuel or fuel additives without DOE registration?
Two (2) years and one (1) day to four (4) years imprisonment and appropriate fines
## Footnote
This is specified in Section 11.
81
Define 'Misfuelling'.
Introducing leaded gasoline into a vehicle labeled 'unleaded gasoline only'
## Footnote
Violators face imprisonment or a fine.
82
What does Republic Act 6969 restrict?
Importation, manufacturing, processing, sales, distribution, use, and disposal of hazardous chemical substances
## Footnote
It aims to protect human health in the Philippines.
83
What is the penalty for knowingly using a prohibited chemical substance?
Six (6) months and one day to six (6) years imprisonment and fines from Php600.00 to Php4,000.00
## Footnote
This is outlined in Section 13 of RA 6969.
84
What happens if a government official violates the provisions of RA 6969?
Automatic dismissal from office and permanent disqualification from any elective or appointive position
## Footnote
This applies to government officials found violating the law.
85
What is the maximum fine for violating the Environmental Compliance Certificate under Presidential Decree 1586?
Fifty thousand pesos (P50,000.00)
## Footnote
This penalty is at the discretion of the National Environmental Protection Council.
86
What must be secured before undertaking an environmentally critical project according to P.D. 1586?
An Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC)
## Footnote
Section 4 of P.D. 1586 mandates this requirement.
87
What is a Cease and Desist Order (CDO)?
An order issued to prevent grave or irreparable damage to the environment
## Footnote
It is effective immediately and cannot be stayed pending appeal.
88
List the Philippine agencies responsible for protecting the environment.
* DENR (Department of Environment and Natural Resources)
* EMB (Environmental Management Bureau)
* CCC (Climate Change Commission)
* NSWMC (National Solid Waste Management Commission)
* PCAARRD (Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development)
## Footnote
These agencies play key roles in environmental protection.
89
What constitutes a forest?
An ecosystem with a dense and extensive tree cover that varies by species composition and structure
## Footnote
Forests are often referred to as the 'Lungs of the Earth'.
90
What are the advantages of having forests?
* Acts as wind barriers
* Provides medicinal remedies
* Offers recreational opportunities
* Supplies lumber
* Promotes rainfall
* Prevents soil erosion
* Reduces flooding
* Maintains atmospheric composition
* Reduces noise pollution
## Footnote
Forests are vital for ecological balance and human benefit.
91
Name the five different types of forests.
* Primary or Virgin Forest
* Secondary Forest
* Grasslands/Parang Vegetation
* Bamboo Thicket
* Cultivated Fields
## Footnote
Each type has distinct characteristics and ecological importance.
92
What is the penalty for illegal logging in the Philippines?
Fines ranging from P500 to P50,000 and imprisonment from six months to two years for first-time offenders
## Footnote
Repeat offenders face more severe penalties.
93
What is the purpose of the Community-based Forest Management Agreement (CBFMA)?
To establish an agreement between the DENR and Peoples Organizations for forest management
## Footnote
This promotes sustainable forest use and conservation.
94
What is the NIPAS Law?
Republic Act No. 7586, which protects areas with unique biodiversity and cultural heritage
## Footnote
It designates 13 protected areas in the Philippines.
95
True or False: The maximum fine for operating a project without an ECC is P50,000.
True
## Footnote
This applies to violations of the Environmental Impact Statement System.
96
What is the National Protected Areas System (NIPAS) in the Philippines?
A system that includes 107 areas set aside for their unique biodiversity, natural and cultural heritage.
97
List three protected areas under the NIPAS.
* Batanes Protected Landscapes and Seascapes
* Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park
* Mount Apo Natural Park
98
What law established the National Protected Areas System in the Philippines?
NIPAS Law (Republic Act No. 7586)
99
What is afforestation?
Planting trees in areas where there were none before.
100
Define reforestation.
The process of reestablishing a forest on previously cleared land.
101
What is endemic species?
Native or confined naturally to a particular area; biologically a relic of once wide distribution.
102
What is the Amazon rainforest known for?
It is the world's richest and most varied biological reservoir.
103
True or False: The Amazon rainforest plays a crucial role in regulating the global climate.
True
104
What is water conservation?
Reduction of water use, unnecessary water use, or water waste.
105
What is water sanitation?
The process of purifying water by eliminating harmful contaminants and pathogens.
106
What are some methods to ensure water is safe to use?
* Filter
* Disinfect
* Test Regularly
* Maintain Infrastructure
* Follow Guidelines
107
What are basic solutions to prevent risks from ineffective water sanitation?
* Improve Sanitation Infrastructure
* Implement Water Treatment
* Promote Hygiene Education
108
What is global warming?
Warming of the Earth's lower atmosphere due to increased concentrations of greenhouse gases.
109
How long can greenhouse gases remain in the atmosphere?
For hundreds of years.
110
What are the two main ways to manage global climate change?
* Mitigation
* Adaptation
111
How can youth contribute to environmental protection?
* Advocacy and Awareness
* Innovation and Technology
* Community Engagement
* Policy Influence
* Education
112
Fill in the blank: Water sanitation is essential for _______.
protecting public health
113
What is the impact of climate change on agriculture?
It leads to changes in precipitation patterns and affects crop yields.
114
What is the significance of the Amazon rainforest in terms of oxygen production?
It provides a significant portion of the world's oxygen.
115
What is an important practice for water conservation while brushing teeth?
Close the faucet while brushing.
116
True or False: The Amazon rainforest spans approximately 6,000,000 square kilometers.
True
117
What is a potential consequence of ineffective water sanitation?
Spread of waterborne diseases.
118
What role does youth play in innovation for environmental issues?
They develop innovative solutions and tools for environmental monitoring and conservation.
