Question 1

DDT was banned in the United States in 1972 after it was

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A) found to have a negative impact on reptiles,fish,and birds. 
B) blamed for several child deaths in a farming community in British Columbia. 
C) connected with cancer diagnoses in agricultural communities across America. 
D) tested by the Food and Drug Administration. 
A) found to have a negative impact on reptiles,fish,and birds. 
B) blamed for several child deaths in a farming community in British Columbia. 
C) connected with cancer diagnoses in agricultural communities across America. 
D) tested by the Food and Drug Administration.

Question 2

The most obvious depletion of the ozone layer has occurred over

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A) AntarcticA. 
B) the United States. 
C) the equator. 
D) Africa. 
A) AntarcticA. 
B) the United States. 
C) the equator. 
D) Africa.

Question 3

Briefly outline how smog forms,including the key pollutants and environmental conditions required.Finally,list three things individuals can do to help reduce air pollution and prevent smog.

Accepted Answer

Smog forms when air pollutants, such as

Question 4

Danny is a freshman in college and is interested in becoming a "green consumer." List and describe at least five ways he can reduce the amount of potential garbage he produces.

Accepted Answer

1. Use reusable water bottles and coffee

Question 5

Hazardous chemicals in sewage is a concern in the United States.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Key sources of chlorofluorocarbons are solvents,refrigerants,and propellants.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The United Nation's Convention on Biological Diversity estimates that demand for resources

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A) is decreasing overall due to technological improvements. 
B) will exceed the earth's capacity by 2020. 
C) already exceeds the earth's capacity by 20%. 
D) can continue to grow without negative consequences. 
A) is decreasing overall due to technological improvements. 
B) will exceed the earth's capacity by 2020. 
C) already exceeds the earth's capacity by 20%. 
D) can continue to grow without negative consequences.

Question 8

Gamma radiation causes cancer,sterility,and chromosomal damage at low exposure levels.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The disease that is most likely to increase in incidence because of the thinning of the ozone layer is

Accepted Answer

A) lung cancer. 
B) lymphoma. 
C) skin cancer. 
D) leukemia. 
A) lung cancer. 
B) lymphoma. 
C) skin cancer. 
D) leukemia.

Question 10

In the United States,the biggest single component of household trash by weight is plastic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Quick starts and speeding when driving a car help reduce fuel usage.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Solid waste rapidly decomposes once buried in a sanitary landfill.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which of the following statements about poverty and health is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) Residents living in poor neighborhoods are often exposed to more environmental toxins than residents living in wealthier communities. 
B) Poor neighborhoods are common sites for hazardous waste pollution. 
C) Studies show that children from wealthy families have higher concentrations of lead in their blood than do children from poor families. 
D) Asthma is a growing problem in poor families. 
A) Residents living in poor neighborhoods are often exposed to more environmental toxins than residents living in wealthier communities. 
B) Poor neighborhoods are common sites for hazardous waste pollution. 
C) Studies show that children from wealthy families have higher concentrations of lead in their blood than do children from poor families. 
D) Asthma is a growing problem in poor families.

Question 14

______ are the biggest energy consumers.

Accepted Answer

A) Russians 
B) Europeans 
C) Americans 
D) Chinese 
A) Russians 
B) Europeans 
C) Americans 
D) Chinese

Question 15

Which of the following is an acronym for a recently introduced type of vehicle that has a high fuel economy rating?

Accepted Answer

A) SUV 
B) AQI 
C) HEV 
D) CFC 
A) SUV 
B) AQI 
C) HEV 
D) CFC

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT considered a recommendation for reducing chemical pollution?

Accepted Answer

A) using nontoxic,nonpetrochemical personal and household products 
B) disposing of household hazardous wastes properly 
C) storing toxic household products out of the reach of children and pets 
D) buying meat,poultry,and produce grown outside your local area 
A) using nontoxic,nonpetrochemical personal and household products 
B) disposing of household hazardous wastes properly 
C) storing toxic household products out of the reach of children and pets 
D) buying meat,poultry,and produce grown outside your local area

Question 17

Which of the following does NOT make smog more likely to form?

Accepted Answer

A) heavy motor vehicle traffic 
B) high temperatures 
C) sunny weather 
D) strong winds 
A) heavy motor vehicle traffic 
B) high temperatures 
C) sunny weather 
D) strong winds

Question 18

When toxic or potentially toxic substances build up in the food chain,the process is called

Accepted Answer

A) vector transmission. 
B) biomagnification. 
C) bioloading. 
D) radiation sickness. 
A) vector transmission. 
B) biomagnification. 
C) bioloading. 
D) radiation sickness.

Question 19

Eating large amounts of which of the following foods can expose you to high levels of mercury?

Accepted Answer

A) beef 
B) pork 
C) chicken 
D) fish 
A) beef 
B) pork 
C) chicken 
D) fish

Question 20

In the upper atmosphere,ozone is a harmful pollutant;at ground level,it is beneficial.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

DDT was banned in the United States in 1972 after it was

The most obvious depletion of the ozone layer has occurred over

Briefly outline how smog forms,including the key pollutants and environmental conditions required.Finally,list three things individuals can do to help reduce air pollution and prevent smog.

Danny is a freshman in college and is interested in becoming a "green consumer." List and describe at least five ways he can reduce the amount of potential garbage he produces.

Hazardous chemicals in sewage is a concern in the United States.

Key sources of chlorofluorocarbons are solvents,refrigerants,and propellants.

The United Nation's Convention on Biological Diversity estimates that demand for resources

Gamma radiation causes cancer,sterility,and chromosomal damage at low exposure levels.

The disease that is most likely to increase in incidence because of the thinning of the ozone layer is

In the United States,the biggest single component of household trash by weight is plastic.

Quick starts and speeding when driving a car help reduce fuel usage.

Solid waste rapidly decomposes once buried in a sanitary landfill.

Which of the following statements about poverty and health is FALSE?

______ are the biggest energy consumers.

Which of the following is an acronym for a recently introduced type of vehicle that has a high fuel economy rating?

Which of the following is NOT considered a recommendation for reducing chemical pollution?

Which of the following does NOT make smog more likely to form?

When toxic or potentially toxic substances build up in the food chain,the process is called

Eating large amounts of which of the following foods can expose you to high levels of mercury?

In the upper atmosphere,ozone is a harmful pollutant;at ground level,it is beneficial.

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Exam 14: Environmental Health

DDT was banned in the United States in 1972 after it was

The most obvious depletion of the ozone layer has occurred over

Briefly outline how smog forms,including the key pollutants and environmental conditions required.Finally,list three things individuals can do to help reduce air pollution and prevent smog.

Danny is a freshman in college and is interested in becoming a "green consumer." List and describe at least five ways he can reduce the amount of potential garbage he produces.

Hazardous chemicals in sewage is a concern in the United States.

Key sources of chlorofluorocarbons are solvents,refrigerants,and propellants.

The United Nation's Convention on Biological Diversity estimates that demand for resources

Gamma radiation causes cancer,sterility,and chromosomal damage at low exposure levels.

The disease that is most likely to increase in incidence because of the thinning of the ozone layer is

In the United States,the biggest single component of household trash by weight is plastic.

Quick starts and speeding when driving a car help reduce fuel usage.

Solid waste rapidly decomposes once buried in a sanitary landfill.

Which of the following statements about poverty and health is FALSE?

______ are the biggest energy consumers.

Which of the following is an acronym for a recently introduced type of vehicle that has a high fuel economy rating?

Which of the following is NOT considered a recommendation for reducing chemical pollution?

Which of the following does NOT make smog more likely to form?

When toxic or potentially toxic substances build up in the food chain,the process is called

Eating large amounts of which of the following foods can expose you to high levels of mercury?

In the upper atmosphere,ozone is a harmful pollutant;at ground level,it is beneficial.

Taking Charge of Your Health

Stress: The Constant Challenge

Psychological Health

Intimate Relationships and Communication

Sexuality, Pregnancy, and Childbirth

Contraception and Abortion

Drug Misuse and Addiction

Alcohol and Tobacco

Nutrition Basics

Exercise for Health and Fitness

Weight Management

Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer

Immunity and Infection

Conventional and Complimentary Medicine

Personal Safety

The Challenge of Aging

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