Environmental Problems (Hazards) - SS2 Geography Past Questions and Answers (page 1)

1

What is the primary cause of drought?

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A

Overpopulation

B

Climate change

C

Urbanization

D

Volcanic eruptions

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2

What does desert encroachment refer to?

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A

Growth of forests in arid regions

B

Expansion of deserts into habitable areas

C

Decrease in sand dunes

D

Increased rainfall in arid regions

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3

Which of the following is a major source of air pollution?

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A

Reforestation

B

Solar energy

C

Vehicle emissions

D

Wind turbines

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4

Deforestation primarily occurs due to:

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A

Planting more trees

B

Increased urban development

C

Forest preservation efforts

D

Large-scale tree removal

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5

What is the impact of soil erosion on agriculture?

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A

Increased crop yields

B

Improved soil fertility

C

Reduced agricultural productivity

D

Enhanced water retenti

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6

What is one solution to combat desert encroachment?

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A

Reduce rainfall in affected areas

B

Implement sustainable land management

C

Encourage more sand dunes

D

Plant more crops in arid regions

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7

The main cause of water pollution is:

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Efficient wastewater treatment

B

Sustainable fishing practices

C

Industrial discharges

D

Reduced human population

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8

How can pollution be reduced in urban areas?

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A

Increase industrial activities

B

Promote the use of electric vehicles

C

Cut down more trees

D

Use more plastic materials

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9

What is the primary effect of deforestation on climate?

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A

Cooling of the atmosphere

B

Increased rainfall

C

Disruption of carbon cycles

D

Enhanced biodiversity

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10

What is the primary goal of reforestation?

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A

To clear forests for development

B

To reduce the number of trees

C

To plant new trees in deforested areas

D

To encourage deforestation

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