Biomes, Agriculture, and Crop Yields Quiz

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What are the characteristics that define biomes?

Rock formations, animal diversity, vegetation, and productivity
Cultivated land, deserts, marine life, and productivity
Distinctive climates, soils, vegetation, and productivity (correct)
Urban areas, rivers, animal diversity, and soils

How have humans altered biomes in terms of food and fibre production?

Animal husbandry, reforestation, climate change, hunting
Mining activities, construction, pollution, deforestation
Vegetation clearance, drainage, terracing, irrigation (correct)
Water conservation, organic farming, biodiversity preservation, composting

Which factors can influence crop yields according to the text?

Climate, soils, landforms, water resources (correct)
Air pollution, animal migration, industrialization
Music preferences, technological advancements, language diversity
Politics, fashion trends, urbanization

What are the main ways that humans impact biomes for food and fibre production?

Vegetation clearance, drainage, terracing, irrigation (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which environmental factor can significantly affect crop yields according to the text?

Water resources (B) Signup and view all the answers

How have human activities like vegetation clearance and drainage altered biomes?

Human activities like vegetation clearance and drainage have altered biomes by impacting the natural vegetation and hydrological systems. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the impact of terracing on biomes.

Terracing alters biomes by changing the landscape to create flat areas for agriculture, which may lead to soil erosion and changes in water runoff patterns. Signup and view all the answers

How does irrigation influence crop yields in Australia and globally?

Irrigation plays a crucial role in influencing crop yields by providing water to crops in regions where natural rainfall may be insufficient. Signup and view all the answers

Discuss the role of technological factors in determining crop yields in different regions.

Technological factors, such as advanced agricultural machinery and precision farming techniques, can significantly impact crop yields by improving efficiency and productivity. Signup and view all the answers

How do environmental factors like climate and landforms affect crop yields in diverse biomes?

Environmental factors like climate and landforms directly influence crop yields by determining the suitability of an area for specific crops and affecting growing conditions. Signup and view all the answers