ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY Revision Questions
Describe the primary purposes of the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) of 1999
Explain how EMCA promotes sustainable development.
Identify the main institutions established by EMCA for environmental governance.
Discuss the importance of public participation in environmental decision-making as outlined in EMCA
Define natural resources and distinguish between renewable and non-renewable resources
Analyze the provisions EMCA contains for addressing environmental pollution and degradation
Outline the methods of international cooperation facilitated by EMCA
Summarize the key functions of the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA)
Define the concept of sustainable development in the context of EMCA
Evaluate the effectiveness of EMCA in conserving and managing Kenya's natural resources
List the general storage techniques for environmentally hazardous materials
Compare the benefits and drawbacks of landfill disposal and incineration for hazardous waste
Describe the process and importance of chemical treatment in hazardous waste disposal
Explain the role of secondary containment in hazardous materials storage
Identify three types of personal protective equipment (PPE) and their specific uses
Discuss the regulatory requirements for the use of respiratory protection
Analyze the significance of regular inspections and maintenance in hazardous materials storage
Identify the methods used for waste minimization and source reduction
Describe the types of hearing protection and their importance in noisy workplaces
ISO 14001 certification relates to:
- A. Financial management
- B. Environmental management systems
- C. Social resource management
- D. Informational resource systems
Explain how ventilation systems are designed to prevent hazardous vapor buildup
Analyze the impact of international agreements on Kenya's environmental policies as facilitated by EMCA
Evaluate the effectiveness of biological treatment methods for hazardous waste disposal
Define air pollution and list three common sources of air pollution
Explain the health impacts of water pollution on human populations
Describe the process of soil pollution and its effects on agricultural productivity
Identify three sources of noise pollution in urban areas
Analyze the role of regulatory measures in controlling environmental pollution
Compare the effectiveness of recycling and incineration in solid waste management
Discuss the importance of public education and awareness in reducing environmental pollution
Evaluate the impact of light pollution on ecosystems
Summarize the main components of municipal solid waste
Illustrate how thermal pollution affects aquatic life.
Assess the benefits of international cooperation in addressing global pollution issues
Explain how hazardous waste is managed to prevent soil pollution
Distinguish between biodegradable waste and inert waste
Outline the steps involved in the treatment of solid waste
Critique the use of green technologies in pollution control
Describe the methods used to control transportation noise
Examine the procedures for the safe disposal of electronic waste
Analyze the impact of industrial noise on community health
Compare the advantages and disadvantages of landfilling and incineration as waste disposal methods
Discuss the significance of environmental monitoring in pollution control
Evaluate the effectiveness of noise barriers in minimizing community noise
Explain how composting contributes to solid waste management
Identify three pollutants commonly found in industrial wastewater
Describe the role of buffer zones in land use planning to mitigate noise pollution
Assess the impact of plastic pollution on marine life
Which of the following is a common source of air pollution?
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- A) Noise barriers
- B) Vehicle emissions
- C) Composting
- D) Recycling centers
What is the primary cause of thermal pollution?
- A) Light pollution
- B) Excessive noise
- C) Discharge of heated water
- D) Air pollution
Which pollutant is commonly associated with agricultural runoff?
- A) Plastic debris
- B) Heavy metals
- C) Pesticides
- D) Noise
What type of waste includes discarded electronic devices?
- A) Hazardous waste
- B) Industrial waste
- C) Biodegradable waste
- D) Electronic waste (E-waste)
What is one of the primary effects of light pollution?
- A) Hearing loss
- B) Respiratory problems
- C) Disruption of sleep patterns
- D) Soil contamination
Which method is commonly used to treat organic waste?
- A) Incineration
- B) Composting
- C) Landfilling
- D) Recycling
What does MSW stand for?
- A) Municipal Solid Waste
- B) Metal Scrap Waste
- C) Medical Sharp Waste
- D) Multiple Source Waste
What is a common method of noise control in residential areas?
- A) Incineration
- B) Noise barriers
- C) Recycling
- D) Composting
Which of the following is an example of industrial waste?
- A) Food scraps
- B) Concrete debris
- C) Manufacturing byproducts
- D) Plastic bottles
What is the purpose of zoning regulations in noise pollution control?
- A) To separate noise-sensitive areas from noisy sources
- B) To increase traffic noise
- C) To promote industrial activities
- D) To encourage recreational noise
Which pollutant is commonly found in contaminated water?
- A) Nitrogen oxides
- B) Volatile organic compounds
- C) Pathogens
- D) Carbon monoxide
What is the main goal of pollution prevention?
- A) To increase waste generation
- B) To eliminate the generation of pollutants at the source
- C) To promote noise pollution
- D) To encourage light pollution
Which of the following is considered biodegradable waste?
- A) Scrap metal
- B) Food scraps
- C) Plastic bottles
- D) Electronic devices
What is a key component of effective waste management?
- A) Increasing waste generation
- B) Reducing waste through recycling and composting
- C) Encouraging illegal dumping
- D) Promoting incineration only
Which of the following is a method for minimizing noise pollution in workplaces?
- A) Using quieter technologies
- B) Increasing transportation noise
- C) Encouraging recreational noise
- D) Promoting light pollution
Identify three examples of physical resources in a manufacturing company
Analyze the impact of intangible resources on a company's market value
Discuss the significance of informational resources in the digital age
Evaluate the effects of social resources on organizational success
Illustrate the concept of time resources with examples from project management
Outline the common techniques used for measuring current resource usage
Compare the benefits of metering and data logging for resource monitoring
Summarize the process of remote sensing in assessing resource usage
Assess the effectiveness of life cycle assessment in resource management
Justify the need for normalization when calculating resource usage
Interpret the results of a benchmarking study for resource usage in manufacturing
Propose methods for optimizing resource usage in an office setting
Describe the steps involved in waste segregation
Explain the role of composting in waste management
Analyze the challenges associated with hazardous waste management
Identify three principles of lean manufacturing that minimize waste
Discuss how recycling programs can reduce environmental impact
Evaluate the benefits of employee training and engagement in waste reduction
Illustrate the principles of the 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) with examples
Propose energy efficiency measures for a residential building
Describe sustainable procurement practices and their impact on resource consumption
Which of the following is a renewable resource?
- A. Coal
- B. Oil
- C. Wind
- D. Natural gas
An example of a physical resource is:
- A. Knowledge
- B. Infrastructure
- C. Social capital
- D. Data
Which is considered an intangible resource?
- A. Buildings
- B. Trademarks
- C. Vehicles
- D. Land
The principle of "Reduce" in the 3Rs focuses on:
- A. Extending product lifespan
- B. Recycling materials
- C. Minimizing waste generation
- D. Reusing products
Which of the following practices helps in reducing water consumption?
- A. Using more packaging
- B. Implementing water recycling
- C. Increasing energy use
- D. Optimizing transportation routes
Define the term "Environmental Management Systems (EMS)
Explain the importance of establishing environmental policies and regulations within an organization
Describe the process of measuring and recording current resource usage in an organization
Identify the key steps involved in analyzing current purchasing strategies
Discuss the role of employee training and engagement in improving resource efficiency
Analyze the impact of waste generation and management on environmental sustainability
Evaluate the effectiveness of pollution control technologies in mitigating emissions
Illustrate how performance metrics can be used to track environmental efficiency
Compare the different methods of collecting data on resource usage
Summarize the main components of a continuous improvement process in resource efficiency
Assess the benefits of integrating sustainability considerations into purchasing decisions
Outline the steps involved in conducting a root cause analysis for performance improvement
Interpret data from a resource usage report to identify trends
Justify the need for regular audits in environmental management systems
Evaluate the effectiveness of current waste reduction initiatives in an organization
Identify the key performance indicators (KPIs) used in environmental reporting
Which of the following is NOT typically considered a key resource for measurement in an organization?
- A. Energy
- B. Water
- C. Raw Materials
- D. Office Supplies
What is the primary goal of an Environmental Management System (EMS) such as ISO 14001?
- A. Increase production speed
- B. Reduce environmental impact
- C. Improve customer satisfaction
- D. Enhance employee benefits
Which of the following steps is NOT part of the regular data collection process for resource usage?
- A. Installing monitoring equipment
- B. Collecting data daily
- C. Analyzing utility bills
- D. Conducting employee surveys
What does KPI stand for?
- A. Key Process Indicator
- B. Key Performance Indicator
- C. Key Product Indicator
- D. Key Procedure Indicator
Which of the following is a component of an effective environmental policy?
- A. Detailed financial projections
- B. Employee benefit programs
- C. Commitment to legal compliance and continual improvement
- D. Marketing strategies
Which technology is commonly used to measure energy consumption?
- A. Thermometer
- B. Barometer
- C. Energy meter
- D. Hydrometer
What is the primary focus of emissions and pollution control measures?
- A. Increasing production efficiency
- B. Reducing environmental impact
- C. Enhancing product quality
- D. Minimizing operational costs
Define climate change and explain its primary causes
Describe the impacts of biodiversity loss on ecosystems
Explain the various forms of pollution and their sources
Discuss the consequences of deforestation on the environment and climate
Analyze the factors contributing to water scarcity globally
Evaluate the effects of ocean acidification on marine life
Identify key natural resources that are being depleted and suggest conservation strategies
Illustrate the importance of effective waste management in reducing environmental impact