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