Which of the following are the main man-made sources of pollution?
Answer(s): D
Major man-made pollution sources include:· A . Coal Plants/Wood Burning: Emit CO2, particulates, and sulphur dioxide, degrading air quality.· B . Vehicle Emissions: CO2 and nitrous oxides from transport contribute to greenhouse gases. · C . Industrial Gases: Sulphur dioxide and nitrogen oxide from factories pollute air and water. The CIPS L3M6 module identifies these as key contributors to environmental degradation, impacting supply chains (e.g., energy for warehousing, transport logistics). All are correct, reflecting LO2's broad pollution scope.
CIPS L3M6 Study Guide, LO2 Pollution Sources, Section on Man-Made Impacts.
Carbon dioxide from the burning of fossil fuels and industrial processes accounts for what percentage of greenhouse gas emissions?
Answer(s): C
Carbon dioxide (CO2) from fossil fuel combustion (e.g., coal, oil) and industrial processes (e.g., cement production) accounts for about 65% of global greenhouse gas emissions, per IPCC data cited in the CIPS L3M6 module. This dominates over methane (16%) or nitrous oxide (6%), due to widespread energy and manufacturing reliance. In supply chains, this affects procurement (e.g., energy-intensive goods) and logistics (e.g., fuel use), making it a critical LO2 focus for reduction strategies.
CIPS L3M6 Study Guide, LO2 GHG Composition, Section on CO2 Dominance.
___________ is the degree to which the air is clean, clear, and free from pollutants such as smoke, dust, and smog among other gaseous impurities in the air.
Answer(s): B
Air Quality measures the cleanliness of air, free from pollutants like smoke, dust, smog, and gases (e.g., CO, NO2). The CIPS L3M6 module ties this to supply chain impacts--e.g., emissions from transport or warehousing affect local air quality, influencing health and compliance. "Air Condition" (state of air), "Ozone Condition," and "Ozone Quality" are narrower or incorrect terms, making "Air Quality" the precise LO2 concept for assessing environmental impact.
CIPS L3M6 Study Guide, LO2 Air Pollution, Section on Air Quality Definition.
Which of the following are the most important agreements on climate change, or global warming? Select all that apply.
These agreements are pivotal in addressing climate change:· UNFCCC (1992): The foundational treaty for international climate action. · Kyoto Protocol (1997): Introduced binding emission targets for developed nations. · Paris Agreement (2015): Set global goals for temperature limits and NDCs. The CIPS L3M6 module cites them as the cornerstone agreements driving environmental policies that shape procurement (e.g., carbon targets influencing supplier choices). All apply, reflecting LO2's historical and regulatory context.
CIPS L3M6 Study Guide, LO2 Climate Agreements, Section on Major Treaties.
__________ is the collection of laws and regulations on air quality, water quality, endangered wildlife, and other environmental factors.
Environmental Legislation encompasses laws and regulations governing air/water quality, wildlife protection, and other ecological factors (e.g., UK's Environmental Protection Act 1990). The CIPS L3M6 module defines it as the legal framework ensuring compliance in supply chains--e.g., emission limits for transport. "Charter" (voluntary agreement), "Constitution" (broader governance), and "Prescription" (specific directive) are less accurate, making "Legislation" the correct LO2 term.
CIPS L3M6 Study Guide, LO2 Environmental Legislation, Section on Legal Scope.
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