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What term describes the existence of many different kinds of living things?
What term describes the existence of many different kinds of living things?
- Habitat
- Ecosystem
- Ecology
- Biodiversity (correct)
All species in a habitat are independent of each other.
All species in a habitat are independent of each other.
False (B)
Name one human activity that leads to a reduction in biodiversity.
Name one human activity that leads to a reduction in biodiversity.
Destruction of habitats
The principle of the 3Rs includes reduce, reuse, and ______.
The principle of the 3Rs includes reduce, reuse, and ______.
Match the following conservation actions with their descriptions:
Match the following conservation actions with their descriptions:
What does biodiversity refer to?
What does biodiversity refer to?
Biodiversity only includes animal species.
Biodiversity only includes animal species.
What is the term for the existence of many different kinds of living things?
What is the term for the existence of many different kinds of living things?
The existence of many different kinds of living things is called ______.
The existence of many different kinds of living things is called ______.
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Which of the following is NOT a human activity that leads to the reduction in biodiversity?
Which of the following is NOT a human activity that leads to the reduction in biodiversity?
Pollution contributes to the reduction of biodiversity.
Pollution contributes to the reduction of biodiversity.
What is one human activity that contributes to habitat destruction?
What is one human activity that contributes to habitat destruction?
Overexploitation leads to the ______ of species in their natural habitats.
Overexploitation leads to the ______ of species in their natural habitats.
Match the following human activities with their impact on biodiversity:
Match the following human activities with their impact on biodiversity:
What term describes species that are at risk of extinction?
What term describes species that are at risk of extinction?
Conservation efforts aim to protect and restore ecosystems.
Conservation efforts aim to protect and restore ecosystems.
What is the main cause of species endangerment due to excessive hunting?
What is the main cause of species endangerment due to excessive hunting?
The practice of improving the health of the environment is known as __________.
The practice of improving the health of the environment is known as __________.
Match the following environmental issues with their descriptions:
Match the following environmental issues with their descriptions:
What resource do humans primarily obtain from plants?
What resource do humans primarily obtain from plants?
Humans do not depend on animals for any resources.
Humans do not depend on animals for any resources.
Name one type of resource that humans derive from animals.
Name one type of resource that humans derive from animals.
Humans rely on plants for food, raw materials, and __________.
Humans rely on plants for food, raw materials, and __________.
Match the following sources to their corresponding resource:
Match the following sources to their corresponding resource:
What is the correct statement regarding wildlife conservation?
What is the correct statement regarding wildlife conservation?
Keeping wild animals as pets helps protect wildlife.
Keeping wild animals as pets helps protect wildlife.
Name one way we can help protect biodiversity.
Name one way we can help protect biodiversity.
Practicing the 3Rs can help reduce pollution and __________ destruction.
Practicing the 3Rs can help reduce pollution and __________ destruction.
Match the daily life situations with the correct principle of conservation:
Match the daily life situations with the correct principle of conservation:
Which of the following statements about endangered species is true?
Which of the following statements about endangered species is true?
All animals classified as endangered have already gone extinct.
All animals classified as endangered have already gone extinct.
What is one major consequence of reduced biodiversity on humans?
What is one major consequence of reduced biodiversity on humans?
The extinction risk of species is often linked to a loss of ______.
The extinction risk of species is often linked to a loss of ______.
Which of the following statements is true?
Which of the following statements is true?
Match the following statements about endangered species with their definitions:
Match the following statements about endangered species with their definitions:
Biodiversity refers only to animal species.
Biodiversity refers only to animal species.
What is the term for the natural environment where living things reside?
What is the term for the natural environment where living things reside?
The variety of different species in a particular area contributes to its ______.
The variety of different species in a particular area contributes to its ______.
Match the following terms with their meanings:
Match the following terms with their meanings:
Which of the following best describes the 3Rs principle of conservation?
Which of the following best describes the 3Rs principle of conservation?
What is a key reason for maintaining biodiversity in ecosystems?
What is a key reason for maintaining biodiversity in ecosystems?
Conservation aims to protect only animal species in the environment.
Conservation aims to protect only animal species in the environment.
Ecosystems are formed without the interaction of living things with each other and their environment.
Ecosystems are formed without the interaction of living things with each other and their environment.
What does the term 'sustainable use of resources' mean?
What does the term 'sustainable use of resources' mean?
To conserve the Earth's resources, we should ______, reuse, and recycle.
To conserve the Earth's resources, we should ______, reuse, and recycle.
What does biodiversity contribute to the resilience of ecosystems?
What does biodiversity contribute to the resilience of ecosystems?
Match the following terms with their definitions related to conservation:
Match the following terms with their definitions related to conservation:
All living things in a habitat work together with their environment to form an __________.
All living things in a habitat work together with their environment to form an __________.
Match the following terms related to biodiversity with their descriptions:
Match the following terms related to biodiversity with their descriptions:
Study Notes
Biodiversity
- Biodiversity is the variety of life on Earth
- Humans depend on biodiversity for resources like food, raw materials, and medicine
- All living things in a habitat are interdependent and interact with each other to form an ecosystem
The Importance of Biodiversity
- Biodiversity is crucial for maintaining a sustainable ecosystem
Reduction in Biodiversity
- Many human activities threaten biodiversity, including:
- Destruction of habitats
- Overexploitation
- Pollution
Endangered Species
- Endangered species are at risk of becoming extinct
- Overexploitation, habitat destruction, and pollution all contribute to species becoming endangered
Conservation
- Conservation efforts are essential for protecting the environment and Earth's biodiversity
- We can help conserve biodiversity by:
- Protecting wildlife and their habitats
- Supporting conservation programs
- Practicing the 3Rs principle (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle)
- Using resources sustainably
The 3Rs Principle
- Reduce: Minimize our consumption
- Reuse: Find alternative uses for items before discarding
- Recycle: Repurpose waste materials
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Explore the significance of biodiversity and the impact of human activities on ecosystems. This quiz covers topics such as endangered species, conservation efforts, and the importance of biodiversity for sustainability. Test your knowledge on how we can protect our planet's rich variety of life.
