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.

Put on your thinking cap and test how much you really know about the world around you. Have fun!

661.

Which renewable energy source uses moving water to generate electricity?

A.

Solar power

B.

Wind power

C.

Hydropower

D.

Geothermal energy

E.

Tidal energy

Correct answer is C

Hydropower generates electricity by using moving water, such as rivers or dams.

662.

What is the term for the warming effect caused by greenhouse gases?

A.

Global cooling

B.

Greenhouse effect

C.

Ozone depletion

D.

Carbon sequestration

E.

Atmospheric shift

Correct answer is B

The greenhouse effect is the process by which greenhouse gases trap heat in Earth’s atmosphere.

663.

What is the term for the use of technology to offset climate change impacts?

A.

Geoengineering

B.

Carbon offsetting

C.

Renewable innovation

D.

Sustainable development

E.

Decarbonization

Correct answer is A

Geoengineering involves using technology to mitigate or reverse the impacts of climate change.

664.

What is "biodiversity loss"?

A.

The extinction of species due to climate change

B.

An increase in invasive species

C.

The growth of new ecosystems

D.

The loss of vegetation due to urbanization

E.

A reduction in renewable energy use

Correct answer is A

Biodiversity loss refers to the extinction or decline of species due to factors like climate change and habitat destruction.

665.

What is the effect of rising global temperatures on glaciers?

A.

Increased glacier formation

B.

Accelerated glacier melting

C.

No significant impact

D.

Stabilization of glacier size

E.

Expansion of ice sheets

Correct answer is B

Rising global temperatures cause glaciers to melt at an accelerated rate, contributing to sea level rise.