Environmental Science and Sustainability MCQs (Part-8)

What is an example of non‐renewable energy?

A Wind energy
B Solar power
C Coal
D Hydropower

What is the main cause of water pollution?

A Wind turbines
B Industrial waste
C Trees
D Solar power

What is the primary function of trees in an ecosystem?

A Absorb carbon dioxide
B Provide food for animals
C Produce oxygen only
D Control water pollution

What does the term “climate change” refer to?

A Changes in the size of oceans
B Variations in human population
C Volcanic eruptions
D Changes in weather patterns

What is the role of wetlands in the environment?

A Provide a habitat for fish
B Absorb excess water
C Prevent soil erosion
D All of the above

What is the main source of noise pollution in urban areas?

A Wind
B Traffic
C Rain
D Trees

What is the purpose of composting?

A To create energy
B To recycle water
C To decompose organic waste
D To increase landfills

Which of the following is a greenhouse gas?

A Carbon dioxide
B Oxygen
C Nitrogen
D Argon

What is sustainable agriculture?

A Agriculture that harms the soil
B Agriculture that promotes long-term environmental health
C Agriculture with high chemical input
D Agriculture that uses pesticides

What is the primary purpose of a recycling program?

A To conserve resources
B To increase waste
C To harm the environment
D To promote deforestation

What is the main function of the ozone layer?

A To produce oxygen
B To absorb harmful UV radiation
C To cause weather changes
D To increase heat on Earth

What is the primary cause of deforestation?

A Wind energy development
B Increased rainfall
C Solar power production
D Agricultural expansion

Which of the following is a clean energy source?

A Natural gas
B Coal
C Wind energy
D Oil

What is the main effect of global warming?

A Cooling of the Earth
B More frequent natural disasters
C Increased biodiversity
D Decreased sea levels

Which of the following is an example of a non‐renewable resource?

A Wind
B Solar energy
C Coal
D Water