our environment Flashcards
(27 cards)
What is the definition of environment?
The environment refers to the sum of all living and non-living things that surround us.
True or False: The environment includes only natural elements.
False
What are the two main components of the environment?
Biotic and abiotic components.
Fill in the blank: The ________ component includes all living organisms.
biotic
What is an ecosystem?
An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an abiotic factor? A) Plants B) Animals C) Water D) Bacteria
C) Water
What is biodiversity?
Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.
True or False: Biodiversity only includes animal species.
False
What are the three types of biodiversity?
Genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosystem diversity.
Fill in the blank: Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances into the ________.
environment
What are the main types of pollution?
Air, water, soil, and noise pollution.
Multiple Choice: Which type of pollution is caused by the release of gases into the atmosphere? A) Water B) Soil C) Air D) Light
C) Air
What is a food chain?
A food chain is a linear sequence of organisms through which nutrients and energy pass as one organism eats another.
True or False: Producers are at the top of the food chain.
False
What role do decomposers play in an ecosystem?
Decomposers break down dead organic matter, returning nutrients to the soil.
Fill in the blank: The process of converting waste into reusable material is called ________.
recycling
What is deforestation?
Deforestation is the large-scale removal of trees from forests or other lands.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a consequence of deforestation? A) Increased biodiversity B) Soil erosion C) Improved air quality D) None of the above
B) Soil erosion
What is climate change?
Climate change refers to long-term alterations in temperature, precipitation, wind patterns, and other elements of the Earth’s climate system.
True or False: Climate change is solely caused by natural factors.
False
What is sustainable development?
Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is a measure of the impact of human activities on the environment.
ecological footprint
What is the greenhouse effect?
The greenhouse effect is the warming of the Earth’s surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
Multiple Choice: Which gas is a major contributor to the greenhouse effect? A) Oxygen B) Nitrogen C) Carbon Dioxide D) Hydrogen
C) Carbon Dioxide