Question

question 9 of 30 how could technology resulting from scientific research lessen the harm of human activities on the environment? a. carbon dioxide sequestration could be used to generate electricity. b. carbon dioxide sequestration could be used to produce fossil fuels. c. carbon dioxide sequestration could create new habitats for threatened species. d. carbon dioxide sequestration could reduce atmospheric greenhouse gases.

Explanation:

Carbon dioxide is a major greenhouse gas. Sequestration involves capturing and storing it, which directly reduces the amount of this gas in the atmosphere, thus lessening the impact of human - caused climate change and other environmental harms related to greenhouse gas emissions. Options A and B are incorrect as using carbon dioxide for electricity generation or fossil fuel production does not directly address reducing its environmental harm. Option C is incorrect as carbon dioxide sequestration is not related to creating habitats for threatened species.

Answer:

D. Carbon dioxide sequestration could reduce atmospheric greenhouse gases.