 |  Garbage, Waste Management & Depletion of the Ozone Layer 20 Flashcards |  Start |
 | What are the two major environmental problems discussed? |  Card: 1 / 20 |
| Solid waste disposal and depletion of the ozone layer. | Card: 2 / 20 |
| Solid waste can be categorized into biodegradable and non-biodegradable. What is a characteristic of biodegradable waste? | Card: 3 / 20 |
| Biodegradable waste can be broken down into simpler, non-toxic substances by microorganisms. | Card: 4 / 20 |
| True or False: Non-biodegradable waste can easily enter biogeochemical cycles. | Card: 5 / 20 |
| False; non-biodegradable waste cannot enter biogeochemical cycles. | Card: 6 / 20 |
| Fill in the blank: Biodegradable wastes persist in the environment for a ___ time. | Card: 7 / 20 |
| Short | Card: 8 / 20 |
| What is the primary purpose of composting household waste? | Card: 9 / 20 |
| To convert organic waste into compost that can be used as fertilizer. | Card: 10 / 20 |
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| Riddle: I can be found in landfills, but I don't break down easily. I harm the environment and clutter up the earth. What am I? | Card: 11 / 20 |
| Non-biodegradable waste. | Card: 12 / 20 |
| What method of waste disposal involves burning materials at high temperatures? | Card: 13 / 20 |
| Incineration. | Card: 14 / 20 |
| What is the main cause of ozone depletion? | Card: 15 / 20 |
| Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and other air pollutants. | Card: 16 / 20 |
| Fill in the blank: The ozone layer absorbs harmful ___ radiation from the sun. | Card: 17 / 20 |
| Ultraviolet | Card: 18 / 20 |
| Short Answer: Name two effects of ozone depletion on human health. | Card: 19 / 20 |
| Increased risk of skin cancer and cataracts. | Card: 20 / 20 |
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