The ozone ________ protects the Earth from harmful UV rays.
A) sphere
B) layer
C) cover
D) zone
Cutting down trees leads to deforestation, which can __________ wildlife habitats.
A) protect
B) enhance
C) destroy
D) preserve
Air pollution is caused by the release of ________ gases into the atmosphere.
A) healthy
B) harmful
C) beneficial
D) clean
Plastic bags are harmful to the environment because they do not ___________ easily.
A) dissolve
B) melt
C) disappear
D) evaporate
Recycling helps to reduce the amount of waste that ends up in ________fills.
A) ocean
B) landfill
C) forest
D) desert
The loss of biodiversity can have a negative impact on the ________ chain.
A) food
B) energy
C) transport
D) communication
We should all make an effort to conserve ________ resources for future generations.
A) unlimited
B) renewable
C) scarce
D) redundant
Excessive use of pesticides can harm not only pests but also ___________ organisms.
A) harmful
B) beneficial
C) destructive
D) endangered
The melting of polar ice caps is a result of __________ warming.
A) natural
B) artificial
C) global
D) local
Being mindful of our water usage can help in the ___________ of water resources.
A) conservation
B) production
C) consumption
D) depletion