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