Environmental Chemistry - SS1 Chemistry Past Questions and Answers - page 1
Pollution is defined as the:
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Introduction of harmful substances or pollutants into the environment
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Natural balance of ecosystems
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Process of recycling waste materials
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Preservation of natural resources
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Which of the following is a type of pollution?
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Recycling
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Conservation
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Deforestation
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Composting
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Air pollution is caused by:
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Excessive use of plastics
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Improper disposal of waste
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Release of harmful gases and particles into the air
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Overuse of water resources
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Water pollution can occur due to:
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Increased use of renewable energy sources
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Planting more trees
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Oil spills and industrial waste discharge
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Recycling plastic bottles
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Noise pollution is characterised by:
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Excessive use of electronic devices
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Loud and disruptive sounds that can be harmful to human health
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Excessive use of pesticides in agriculture
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Depletion of ozone layer
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Soil pollution is caused by:
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Deforestation and habitat loss
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Excessive use of fertilisers and pesticides
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Conservation efforts
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Renewable energy production
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Light pollution refers to:
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Conservation of energy resources
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Excessive use of artificial lighting that disrupts the natural environment
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Recycling of electronic waste
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Water pollution caused by industrial activities
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Which of the following is not a type of pollution?
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Thermal pollution
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Plastic pollution
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Ozone pollution
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Conservation pollution
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Radioactive pollution is caused by:
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Emission of harmful gases from industries
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Improper disposal of electronic waste
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Release of radioactive substances into the environment
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Overfishing in oceans
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Which of the following is a global environmental issue caused by pollution?
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Deforestation
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Soil erosion
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Climate change
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Wildlife conservation
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