General Knowledge Trivia questions and answers

General Knowledge Trivia Questions and Answers

Our general knowledge trivia questions and answers are a fun way to learn some random facts about geography, history, politics, sports, science, technology, music, food, wild life, entertainment, cultures or just about anything.

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611.

Which human activity contributes most to water pollution?

A.

Transportation

B.

Farming practices

C.

Deforestation

D.

Mining

E.

Urbanization

Correct answer is B

Farming practices, including fertilizer and pesticide runoff, are a major source of water pollution.

612.

What is the role of sea ice in regulating global temperatures?

A.

Absorbs solar radiation

B.

Reflects solar radiation back into space

C.

Reduces ocean temperatures

D.

Increases rainfall

E.

Expands marine biodiversity

Correct answer is B

Sea ice reflects solar radiation, helping to regulate global temperatures.

613.

What is "climate adaptation"?

A.

Eliminating greenhouse gases

B.

Adjusting systems to cope with climate change impacts

C.

Switching entirely to renewable energy

D.

Stabilizing global temperatures

E.

Improving biodiversity

Correct answer is B

Climate adaptation involves adjusting systems to cope with the effects of climate change.

614.

What is the purpose of carbon pricing?

A.

To increase fossil fuel subsidies

B.

To incentivize emission reductions by assigning a cost to carbon emissions

C.

To stabilize energy prices

D.

To promote deforestation

E.

To ban coal mining

Correct answer is B

Carbon pricing aims to reduce emissions by making carbon pollution more expensive.

615.

What is the effect of rising temperatures on crop yields?

A.

Increased yields globally

B.

Reduced yields due to heat stress

C.

No effect on crops

D.

Improved soil fertility

E.

Expansion of farmland

Correct answer is B

Rising temperatures reduce crop yields by causing heat stress and disrupting growing seasons.