Question 1

The process of using falling water from a dam, ocean tides, or waves to generate electricity is known as:

Accepted Answer

Hydroelectricity involves using the force of falling water to turn turbines and generate electricity. Active solar energy uses solar panels to generate electricity, microbial fuel cells use microorganisms to generate electricity, and geothermal energy involves using heat from the Earth's interior to generate electricity.

Question 2

There are _____ synthetic materials and chemicals used in industry today.

Accepted Answer

According to a report by the European Chemicals Agency, there are over 2 million synthetic materials and chemicals used in various industries today.

Question 3

The use of small LEDs in home electronics and appliances for stand-by power accumulates a large amount of _____ energy.

Accepted Answer

The term "vampire energy" refers to the standby power that is consumed by electronic devices even when they are turned off or in standby mode. Small LEDs in home electronics and appliances contribute significantly to this vampire energy.

Question 4

Most synthetic chemical products used in industry are dangerous.

Accepted Answer

Many synthetic chemical products used in industry are designed to be safe for their intended use, and not all are inherently dangerous. Safety largely depends on the chemical's properties, how it is handled, and the precautions taken during its use.

Question 5

Biomass can be fermented into liquid fuels.

Accepted Answer

Biomass can be converted into liquid fuels such as ethanol, biodiesel, and renewable diesel through fermentation processes.

Question 6

Industry consumes more than 10 billion tons of raw materials taken from the earth each year.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. According to a report by the International Resource Panel, industry uses over 10 billion tons of raw materials annually.

Question 7

Everything that industry produces creates some sort of environmental impact.

Accepted Answer

This is because the production and consumption of goods and services often involve the extraction of natural resources, energy use, greenhouse gas emissions, waste generation, and pollution. These activities can have negative impacts on air quality, water resources, soil health, biodiversity, and climate change. However, some industries may have less impact than others or may be able to mitigate their impacts through sustainable practices and technology.

Question 8

Photovoltaic panels directly convert sunlight into alternating current (AC).

Accepted Answer

Photovoltaic panels convert sunlight into direct current (DC). In order to use the electricity in our homes or businesses, the DC must be converted into AC through an inverter.

Question 9

One cause of green setbacks is the use of too many dangerous synthetic chemicals in manufacturing.

Accepted Answer

The use of dangerous synthetic chemicals in manufacturing can have negative impacts on the environment, contributing to green setbacks.

Question 10

A(n) _____ system uses panels of water, oil, or air to capture the sun's heat for home heating and/or heating water.

Accepted Answer

An active solar system uses panels of water, oil, or air to capture the sun's heat for home heating and/or heating water. Wind turbines generate electricity from wind energy, geothermal systems extract heat from beneath the earth's surface, and passive solar systems work by designing a building to naturally capture and store the sun's heat without mechanical or electrical equipment. Therefore, the best choice is D, active solar system.

Question 11

Tobacco smoke contains over 2000 chemicals.

Accepted Answer

According to the American Lung Association, tobacco smoke contains over 7000 chemicals, including at least 70 that can cause cancer.

Question 12

What organization assists in the creation of industrial developments that are environmentally-friendly, energy efficient, and durable?

Accepted Answer

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a certification program that promotes the design and construction of environmentally-friendly, energy efficient, and durable buildings and developments. LEED provides guidelines and standards for sustainable building practices and awards certifications to projects that meet these criteria. It is a widely recognized organization in the field of green building and development. ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) focuses on mechanical engineering and safety, ISO (International Organization for Standardization) provides a framework for quality management and standards across different industries, and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) is a government agency that enforces workplace safety regulations. While these organizations may have some involvement in promoting sustainability and environmental-friendliness, they are not specifically focused on the creation of industrial developments with these goals in mind.

Question 13

How many of the chemicals found in tobacco smoke are cancerous?

Accepted Answer

Tobacco smoke contains over 7,000 chemicals, of which at least 40 are known to be carcinogenic (cancer-causing).

Question 14

Microbial fuel cells are powered by burning biomass.

Accepted Answer

Microbial fuel cells generate electricity through the use of microorganisms, not by burning biomass.

Question 15

Combustible _____ is separated from natural gas and water and used as an energy supply.

Accepted Answer

Combustible hydrogen is commonly separated from natural gas and water and used as an energy supply. Helium, oxygen, and nitrogen are not typically separated from natural gas for energy use.

Question 16

Treated wood may contain:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Treated wood may contain:
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Question 17

Green planning embraces the concept that decisions to protect human health and the environment can have the greatest impact when applied early to the design, engineering, testing, and development of industrial processes and products.

Accepted Answer

Green planning involves integrating environmental considerations into the early stages of processes and product development. This approach can have a significant impact on reducing negative environmental and health impacts.

Question 18

The long-term effects on human health and the environment are commonly studied when new or improved industrial products are released.

Accepted Answer

While there are regulations and standards in place for testing new or improved industrial products, the long-term effects on human health and the environment are not always thoroughly studied or understood at the time of release. Many substances have been later found to have harmful effects that were not initially recognized.

Question 19

Which type of green power involves burning surplus agricultural products to generate electricity?

Accepted Answer

Burning surplus agricultural products, such as corn stalks or wood chips, releases their stored energy as heat. This heat is then used to generate steam, which powers a turbine to generate electricity. This process is known as biomass power.

Question 20

We can significantly help with the conservation of energy and natural resources by:

Accepted Answer

Insulating and weatherstripping buildings helps to reduce energy consumption by preventing heat loss or gain through doors, windows, and other openings. This reduces the need for heating and cooling systems to work harder and use more energy. Leaving electrical items plugged-in while not in use (A) contributes to "phantom loads" of energy use and waste. Supporting traditional fossil fuel automobiles (B) does not promote the development of more environmentally-friendly transportation options. Discouraging the sale of compressed natural gas (CNG) automobiles (D) limits the potential for cleaner fuel alternatives.

Quiz 17: Green Design in Industry