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Environment & Ecology MCQs - 2026-04-02

11.
What is a potential economic benefit of the 'Utilization' aspect of CCUS?
A Increased reliance on fossil fuels.
B Creation of new industries and jobs from waste CO2.
C Reduced demand for renewable energy.
D Higher energy costs for consumers.
12.
CCUS technologies are particularly important for decarbonizing:
A The agricultural sector
B The renewable energy sector
C Hard-to-abate industrial sectors like cement and steel
D The information technology sector
13.
Where is captured CO2 typically stored permanently in CCUS?
A In the atmosphere
B In oceans
C Underground in geological formations
D In ice caps
14.
Which of the following is a primary application of captured CO2 in CCUS?
A Fertilizer production
B Production of sustainable aviation fuels and building materials
C Water purification
D Desalination of seawater
15.
What does CCUS stand for in the context of climate change mitigation?
A Climate Control and Urban Sustainability
B Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage
C Clean Combustion and Utility Systems
D Circular Carbon and Energy Solutions
16.
The effectiveness of the global plastic treaty will largely depend on:
A The number of countries that sign it, regardless of their commitment.
B The strength of its provisions, national implementation, and enforcement mechanisms.
C The amount of funding allocated by developed nations alone.
D The focus on voluntary corporate pledges.
17.
A successful global plastic treaty is expected to promote:
A Increased reliance on virgin plastic production.
B The development of a circular economy for plastics.
C Greater use of landfill for plastic waste.
D Reduced investment in recycling technologies.
18.
A key point of contention in the treaty negotiations is:
A The definition of 'biodegradable' plastics.
B The scope of the treaty (full lifecycle vs. pollution focus).
C The color of plastic packaging.
D The use of plastic in medical devices.
19.
Which international body is facilitating the negotiations for the global plastic treaty?
A World Health Organization (WHO)
B International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
C United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
D World Trade Organization (WTO)
20.
What is the primary goal of the ongoing negotiations for a global plastic treaty?
A To ban all forms of plastic production worldwide.
B To establish a legally binding international framework to address plastic pollution.
C To promote the use of single-use plastics for convenience.
D To focus solely on cleaning up existing plastic waste in oceans.