Question

what is the purpose of measuring ecological footprints?
a. evaluating economic growth
b. estimating global population growth
c. assessing individual wealth
d. gauging human impact on the environment

which strategy is a key solution to mitigate human impact on the environment?
a. increased deforestation
b. adoption of renewable energy sources
c. encouraging overfishing practices
d. intensifying pollution levels

which pollutant is primarily responsible for smog formation in the atmosphere?
a. water vapor
b. oxygen
c. particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and carbon dioxide
d. glucose

Explanation:

• The ecological footprint measures human - demand on nature, thus gauging human impact on the environment.
• Renewable energy sources reduce reliance on fossil - fuels, decreasing pollution and environmental harm.
• Smog is formed from particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and carbon dioxide among other pollutants.

Answer:

1. d. Gauging human impact on the environment
2. b. Adoption of renewable energy sources
3. c. Particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and carbon dioxide