Influencing Factors-Q4

Pollution in the environment affects living things.

True

The combination of gases that surrounds and protects the earth is known as:

atmosphere

The principle natural way the earth recycles solid waste is known as

decay

In order to function properly, your body needs

oxygen

Paper, glass, plastic, and metal can be _____

recycled

Which of the following is contained within the stratosphere?

the ozone layer

The condition of the environment has no effect on its inhabitants.

False

Which of the following are contained within the troposphere?

-all of Earth's living things -all weather conditions

______ can cause damage to people's health as well as to buildings.

Air pollution

_____ means that the waste will decompose naturally without causing harm to the environment.

Biodegradable

_________ wastes are dangerous and must be disposed of in a special manner.

Hazardous

A healthy ______ protects the land from _____.

Watershed Erosion

Motor vehicles are the greatest cause of ______ pollution.

air

Both _______ and human activities contribute to land pollution.

animal

According to scientific theories, if enough CFC's are released into the ________ the ozone layer will be depleted.

atmosphere

A ____ substance present in the soil will contaminate the water.

hazardous

Using other means of ______ , like riding your bike, can help to reduce the amount of carbon monoxide-creating engines on the road.

transportation