Biodiversity in the Philippines Module 8 Quiz
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What percentage of the Earth's biodiversity does the Philippines contain?

  • Two-thirds (correct)
  • One-third
  • Half
  • One-quarter
  • What makes the Philippines a 'megadiversity' country?

  • Its geographical isolation, diverse habitats, and high rates of endemism (correct)
  • Its large land area and population density
  • Its industrial development and urbanization
  • Its political stability and economic growth
  • What ecosystem services does the Philippines' biodiversity provide?

  • Transportation, communication, industrial resources, technology
  • Food, water, energy sources, pharmaceuticals (correct)
  • Military defense, international relations, diplomatic services
  • Education, healthcare, infrastructure, social welfare
  • Where do most of the forests in the Philippines reside?

    <p>Uplands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the Philippines considered a top global conservation priority area?

    <p>Large number of endangered and threatened species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the Earth's plants and animal species does the Philippines contain?

    <p>70%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do 30% of the population, including 12 to 15 million indigenous peoples, reside in the Philippines?

    <p>Uplands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total value of timber and non-timber products provided by the forests in the Philippines yearly?

    <p>$100 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes the Philippines a top global conservation priority area?

    <p>Large number of endangered and threatened species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the location of the Philippines significant for its biodiversity?

    <p>Geographical isolation and diverse habitats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Philippines as a Megadiversity Country

    • The Philippines contains a significant 5% of the Earth's biodiversity.
    • The country's unique geography and location contribute to its megadiversity status.

    Importance of Biodiversity

    • The Philippines' biodiversity provides essential ecosystem services, including air and water purification, soil formation, and climate regulation.
    • These ecosystem services support human life and are crucial for the country's economy.

    Forests in the Philippines

    • Most of the country's forests are found in the mountains, particularly in the Sierra Madre, Cordillera, and Mindanao regions.
    • These forests are home to 30% of the population, including 12 to 15 million indigenous peoples.

    Economic Value of Forests

    • The forests in the Philippines provide an estimated ₱245 billion (approximately $4.9 billion USD) worth of timber and non-timber products annually.

    Conservation Priority

    • The Philippines is considered a top global conservation priority area due to its unique and threatened biodiversity, as well as the high rate of deforestation and habitat destruction.
    • The country's location within the Coral Triangle, a global hotspot for marine biodiversity, adds to its significance as a conservation priority area.

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