Ecological Resistance and Resilience Quiz

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What does ecological resistance refer to?

The balance between different species in an ecosystem

An ecosystem's ability to recover after being disturbed

An ecosystem's ability to remain unchanged when faced with disturbances (correct)

The natural ability of species to adapt to new environments

Which of the following events would test an ecosystem's ecological resistance?

The introduction of non-native species

Regular seasonal temperature changes

A hurricane hitting the coastal region (correct)

Migration of birds south for winter

Why is ecological resistance important for ecosystems?

It enables ecosystems to maintain functionality despite disturbances. (correct)

It protects ecosystems from all forms of disturbances.

It ensures that all species remain present in the ecosystem.

It helps ecosystems flourish indefinitely without any change.

What is a potential outcome of low ecological resistance?

Significant changes in ecosystem structure and function Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is least likely to influence an ecosystem's resistance?

Seasonal changes in temperature Signup and view all the answers

What is one significant health effect caused by ozone depletion?

Increased rates of skin cancer Signup and view all the answers

How does ozone depletion impact plant life?

Hinders plant growth Signup and view all the answers

What significant observation has been made regarding the ozone layer over Antarctica?

The ozone hole is growing Signup and view all the answers

Which organization conducted studies that confirmed the presence of a growing ozone hole?

NASA Signup and view all the answers

What does increasing ozone depletion primarily threaten?

Human health and plant growth Signup and view all the answers

What role do institutions play in shaping behavior related to environmental impacts?

Institutions use incentives and communication strategies. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a method institutions might use to influence environmental behavior?

Offering financial rewards for sustainable practices. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the effectiveness of communication strategies used by institutions?

Communication strategies are used alongside incentives to guide behavior. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of using incentives in environmental behavior strategies?

To promote positive changes in behavior that reduce environmental impacts. Signup and view all the answers

How do individual and collective environmental impacts relate to each other?

Individual actions can aggregate to create significant collective impacts. Signup and view all the answers

What is the ecological footprint of the US?

2.6 billion hectares Signup and view all the answers

How does the total land area of the US compare to its ecological footprint?

The total land area is less than the ecological footprint. Signup and view all the answers

What is the total land area of the US in hectares?

983 million hectares Signup and view all the answers

What implication does having an ecological footprint greater than total land area have?

It suggests resource depletion may occur. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the US's ecological footprint is true?

It indicates excessive resource consumption. Signup and view all the answers

What type of practices did Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest engage in regarding resource use?

Sustainable practices that ensure long-term resource availability Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the sustainability practices of Indigenous peoples in the Pacific Northwest?

Their practices prioritized resource conservation and balance with nature. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of the sustainable practices of Indigenous peoples?

Rotational use of land to prevent depletion Signup and view all the answers

Why is the sustainable use of resources practiced by Indigenous peoples important?

It helps maintain ecosystem balance and health over time. Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the resource management strategies of Indigenous peoples based on their sustainability practices?

They practiced management that allowed for regeneration and continuity of resources. Signup and view all the answers

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