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?

Enhancing ecosystem productivity and sustainability Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the atmosphere?

Balancing and stabilizing the Earth's ecology Signup and view all the answers

What is the main impact of land use change?

Altering ecosystems, impacting the water cycle and reducing biodiversity Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of grasslands in soil conservation?

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

What is the primary cause of indoor air pollution?

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

What is the main characteristic of a tundra biome?

Cold, harsh climates with sparse vegetation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of acid rain?

Air pollution, which harms vegetation and wildlife Signup and view all the answers

Benefits of the Natural Environment Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of soil conservation?

What is a key function of wetlands?

What is the primary function of forests in the water cycle?

What is the main significance of biodiversity?

What is the primary function of the atmosphere?

What is the main impact of land use change?

What is the primary function of grasslands in soil conservation?

What is the primary cause of indoor air pollution?

What is the main characteristic of a tundra biome?

What is the primary cause of acid rain?

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