Encouraging the Growth (Via Nutrient Fertilization) of Photosynthetic Protists in Marine

question 24

Multiple Choice

Encouraging the growth (via nutrient fertilization) of photosynthetic protists in marine environments may help reduce global warming because ________.

• A) photosynthetic protists are primary consumers in many marine food chains
• B) photosynthetic protists fix atmospheric carbon dioxide, decreasing atmospheric carbon dioxide levels
• C) the increased oxygen consumption by large populations of photosynthetic protists will increase photosynthesis in land plants
• D) photosynthetic protists would release a lot of oxygen, and fertilizing them would increase levels of oxygen in the atmosphere

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Definitions:

GHG Protocol Initiative

A comprehensive global standardized framework for measuring and managing greenhouse gas emissions, helping businesses, governments, and other organizations to understand, quantify, and manage their carbon footprint.

Scope 1

Refers to direct greenhouse gas emissions from sources that are owned or controlled by an organization, such as emissions from company vehicles or facilities.

Reporting Entity

An organization or unit for which financial statements are prepared to reflect its economic activities and condition.

Direct Emissions

Emissions released straight into the atmosphere from a source owned or controlled by an entity, such as emissions from factory stacks or company vehicles.