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Gaia by James Lovelock
Contributed by: Blake
  • 1. What is the central thesis of Gaia theory?
A) Human activities have no impact on the environment.
B) Life is a random occurrence on Earth.
C) The Earth functions as a self-regulating system.
D) Gaia theory negates all scientific research.
  • 2. Who is the author of 'Gaia: A New Look at Life on Earth'?
A) Bill McKibben
B) Rachel Carson
C) James Lovelock
D) Carl Sagan
  • 3. In what year was the concept of Gaia first introduced?
A) 1995
B) 1969
C) 1980
D) 1972
  • 4. What does Gaia theory suggest about the relationships between organisms and their environment?
A) They interact to maintain favorable conditions for life.
B) They are completely independent from one another.
C) Life has no effect on the planet's conditions.
D) The environment is merely a backdrop for life.
  • 5. Which gas is key to regulating Earth's temperature according to Gaia theory?
A) Sulfur dioxide
B) Nitrogen
C) Oxygen
D) Carbon dioxide
  • 6. Gaia theory has been influential in which field?
A) Environmental science
B) Psychology
C) Engineering
D) Astrophysics
  • 7. What does Lovelock use to describe Gaia?
A) A mechanical system devoid of life.
B) A myth without scientific basis.
C) A living entity capable of self-regulation.
D) An ancient philosophical concept.
  • 8. How does Gaia theory relate to biodiversity?
A) Biodiversity is essential for ecosystem stability.
B) More species always lead to disaster.
C) Biodiversity is irrelevant to Earth systems.
D) Biodiversity is only beneficial for humans.
  • 9. According to Gaia theory, what is essential for the resilience of Earth's systems?
A) Lack of competition among organisms.
B) Isolation of ecosystems.
C) Diversity of species and interactions.
D) Uniformity in species.
  • 10. What inspired Lovelock to formulate the Gaia hypothesis?
A) Observations of Earth's self-regulating properties.
B) Ancient mythology and philosophy.
C) The study of extraterrestrial environments.
D) Political events in the 20th century.
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