4.5 Environmental Impacts of Technological Development

• How does pollution change after technological development?

  Increases due to industrial processes
• What is the primary challenge posed by hazardous waste from technological development?

  Disposal and management
• How does technological development affect pollution levels?

  Increases them due to industrial processes
• Order the changes in environmental impact related to energy use after technological development:

  1️⃣ Reliance on natural sources (e.g., wood, water)

  2️⃣ Greater reliance on fossil fuels and nuclear energy

  3️⃣ Increased adoption of solar, wind, and hydroelectric power
• Biodiversity is essential for ecosystem health and human well-being
• What is the primary cause of habitat fragmentation due to technological development?

  Industrial and urban expansion
• Pollution levels were generally lower before technological development
• Greater reliance on fossil fuels for energy consumption contributes to climate change.


  True
• Industrial expansion leads to habitat loss
• What is the main impact of industrial and urban expansion on biodiversity?

  Habitat loss
• What are the primary contributors to increased pollution after technological development?

  Industrial processes and waste
• Which renewable energy source reduces greenhouse gas emissions?

  Wind power
• Match the sustainable technology with its purpose:

  Renewable Energy ↔️ Reduces greenhouse gas emissions

  Recycling and Waste Management ↔️ Reduces waste to landfills

  Green Manufacturing ↔️ Conserves resources and minimizes waste
• Sustainability requires balancing technological advancement with environmental needs.


  True
• Technological development always has positive environmental impacts.

  False
• Fossil fuels are the only energy source affected by technological development.

  False
• Technological development plays a crucial role in modern society by enhancing productivity, efficiency, and solving complex problems
• The clearing of forests for urban expansion reduces the planet's ability to absorb and store carbon dioxide
• What are three environmental impacts of technological development on biodiversity?

  Habitat loss, pollution, overexploitation
• Match the environmental impact with its cause:

  Depletion of fossil fuels ↔️ Increased demand for raw materials

  Air pollution ↔️ Burning of fossil fuels
• Match the environmental concern with its description:

  Pollution ↔️ Contamination of air, water, or soil

  Resource Depletion ↔️ Overuse of natural resources

  Waste Generation ↔️ Production of hazardous and non-biodegradable waste
• Steps in the dual role of technology in climate change:

  1️⃣ Reliance on fossil fuels

  2️⃣ Increased greenhouse gas emissions

  3️⃣ Deforestation reduces carbon absorption

  4️⃣ Advancements in renewable energy

  5️⃣ Greenhouse gas emissions are mitigated
• Biodiversity is essential for ecosystem health and human well-being.

  True
• After technological development, there has been increased demand for raw materials.


  True
• Pollution levels were lower before technological development.


  True
• Green manufacturing aims to reduce the environmental footprint of industrial activities.

  True
• The ethical duty of technology developers is to mitigate negative environmental impacts
• Navigating the ethical implications of technology requires collaboration between stakeholders and a commitment to environmental protection
• Technological Development refers to the creation, improvement, and application of new technologies
• Resource Depletion refers to the higher demand for raw materials and natural resources
• Match the environmental impact with its description:

  Pollution ↔️ Increased levels of air, water, and soil contamination

  Resource Depletion ↔️ Higher demand for raw materials

  Energy Consumption ↔️ Reliance on fossil fuels
• Greater reliance on fossil fuels leads to increased greenhouse gas emissions.


  True
• What is the primary effect of technological development on biodiversity?

  Habitat loss and fragmentation
• Species diversity declines due to habitat loss and pollution caused by technological development.


  True
• Diverse ecosystems provide essential services like pollination and nutrient cycling
• What are three contributors to increased pollution levels after technological development?

  Industrial processes, waste generation, fossil fuels
• What is the primary driver of resource depletion due to technological development?

  Higher demand for raw materials
• Technological advancements have facilitated the overexploitation of natural resources
• Diverse ecosystems provide essential services like clean air, water, and pollination
• Before technological development, resource consumption was limited by human and animal power