18 Questions
What is one of the ways that biodiversity in natural ecosystems can regulate the environment?
By regulating water quality
What is a crucial role of biodiversity in forests regarding water resources?
Providing natural filtration and storage systems for freshwater
What is a result of excessive nitrogen in a forest ecosystem?
Reduced occurrence of plant species adapted to low nitrogen environments
What is the primary benefit of biodiversity in natural ecosystems?
Providing food and energy resources
Which gases, in moderate amounts, contribute to a healthy ecosystem and balanced biodiversity?
NOx and O3
What is the role of humans in optimizing the benefits of biodiversity?
To use science and technology responsibly
What is the result of the variations of climatic and altitudinal conditions along with varied ecological habitats?
The richness of biodiversity in a particular region
What is a way to enhance plant species diversity and relative species richness in grasslands?
Decreasing nitrogen deposition to the biosphere
What is one of the ecosystem services provided by biodiversity in natural ecosystems?
Regulating flood
What is the aim of the Cartagena Protocol among ten Pacific countries?
To ensure the safe transport, handling, and use of LMOs
What is a protocol that aims to enhance the implementation of regulations and worldwide protocols on biodiversity?
There is a need to enhance the implementation of regulations
What is vulnerable to exploitation according to the text?
The benefits of biodiversity
What is the main purpose of the Convention on Biological Diversity?
To protect Pacific communities and biodiversity from the consequences of living modified organisms
What happens when the pressure on the environment exceeds its carrying capacity?
It creates a serious problem of environmental degradation
What is the primary goal of environmental awareness among students?
To inculcate environmental awareness
What is required for the implementation of environmental laws?
Facilities in place through proper processes
What is the consequence of not ensuring strict implementation of environmental laws?
Further damage of biodiversity from air pollution and water pollution
What is the relationship between development and the environment?
Development puts pressure on the environment
Explore the crucial role of biodiversity in forests, including its impact on water resources, air and water treatment, and the balance of ecosystems. Learn how forests provide natural filtration and storage systems, and how excessive nitrogen can affect plant species.
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