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Which of the following is NOT considered an anthropogenic stressor on marine ecosystems?
Which of the following is NOT considered an anthropogenic stressor on marine ecosystems?
- Climate change (correct)
- Direct exploitation
- Habitat destruction and modification
- Invasive species
What is the main threat posed by plastic pollution in marine ecosystems?
What is the main threat posed by plastic pollution in marine ecosystems?
- Increased climate change
- Reduced coastal tourism
- Decreased water quality (correct)
- Loss of biodiversity
What is the role of marine biodiversity in minimizing the negative effects of the loss of one species in a marine ecosystem?
What is the role of marine biodiversity in minimizing the negative effects of the loss of one species in a marine ecosystem?
- It cannot minimize the negative effects
- It can minimize the negative effects (correct)
- It can only minimize the negative effects in coastal ecosystems
- It can only minimize the negative effects in certain ecosystems
What makes certain locations in the ocean referred to as biological 'hotspots'?
What makes certain locations in the ocean referred to as biological 'hotspots'?
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How many ecosystems does the UAE have despite its hot and dry climate?
How many ecosystems does the UAE have despite its hot and dry climate?
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