Benefits of the Natural Environment Quiz
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What is the primary purpose of soil conservation?

  • To increase crop yields through fertilization
  • To prevent erosion and maintain organic matter in the soil (correct)
  • To provide recreational opportunities in the natural environment
  • To regulate the Earth's climate through carbon absorption
  • What is a key function of wetlands?

  • Regulating water flow in rivers and streams (correct)
  • Producing raw materials and natural resources
  • Providing habitat for diverse plant and animal species
  • Offering cultural and spiritual value to indigenous communities
  • What is the primary function of forests in the water cycle?

  • Enhancing ecosystem productivity and sustainability
  • Regulating the Earth's climate through carbon absorption
  • Providing recreational opportunities for hiking and camping
  • Absorbing, storing and influencing precipitation (correct)
  • What is the main significance of biodiversity?

    <p>Enhancing ecosystem productivity and sustainability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the atmosphere?

    <p>Balancing and stabilizing the Earth's ecology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main impact of land use change?

    <p>Altering ecosystems, impacting the water cycle and reducing biodiversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of grasslands in soil conservation?

    <p>Protecting soil from erosion, enhancing fertility and storing organic matter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of indoor air pollution?

    <p>Fuel use for cooking and heating, leading to lung cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of a tundra biome?

    <p>Cold, harsh climates with sparse vegetation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of acid rain?

    <p>Air pollution, which harms vegetation and wildlife</p> Signup and view all the answers

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