Biodiversity and Evolution Quiz

The variety of life in a habitat, measured by the number of different species.

Changes in genetic makeup of a population over time.

A global list of threatened species, categorized by extinction risk.

Species that no longer exist anywhere on Earth.

Species existing only in captivity or protected areas.

Significant changes in long-term weather patterns, often becoming warmer.

Factors caused by human activities that have negative impact on biodiversity.

Increase in the average global sea level due to factors like melting ice.

Rainwater contaminated by pollutants, primarily sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides, making it acidic.

The excessive use of a natural resource, particularly exceeding its sustainable rate of replenishment, leading to depletion.

Non-native species that disrupt the ecosystems they colonize by outcompeting native species for resources and altering habitat.

The natural environment where a species lives, providing all necessary resources for survival and reproduction.

Species facing a high risk of extinction in the near future due to factors like habitat loss, overexploitation, or disease.

The gradual retreat of shorelines due to factors like melting icebergs, typhoons, and storm surges.

Volcanic eruptions can release gases that are absorbed by water, altering its chemical composition and making it unsuitable for certain marine life.

A large asteroid impact can cause devastating consequences, including seismic waves, tsunamis, and mass extinctions.

Changing climate and landscapes can weaken species' defenses against diseases, making them more vulnerable to epidemics and potentially extinction.

A highly contagious disease that affects livestock, potentially causing significant economic losses and posing a risk to human health.

A lethal disease that spreads between birds and can be fatal to humans, posing a significant public health threat.

A deadly disease that primarily affects primates, but can spread to humans, leading to severe outbreaks and high mortality rates.

The leading cause of modern extinction, involving the removal or degradation of natural habitats due to human activities.

The clearing of forests for non-forest use, resulting in habitat loss and biodiversity decline.

The use of insecticides can kill non-target insects including beneficial species, disrupting pollination and affecting biodiversity.

The division of large habitats into smaller, isolated patches, threatening the survival of species that require large territories.

Air, water, and soil pollution can disrupt life cycles, harm species' health, and contribute to biodiversity decline.