Ecosystems Quiz: Lentic vs. Lotic

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What is the primary characteristic of a lentic ecosystem?

It consists of flowing water bodies.

It contains only freshwater species.

It includes standing water bodies. (correct)

It is characterized by tidal movements.

Which of the following organisms are common inhabitants of a lotic ecosystem?

Frogs and salamanders.

Beetles and trout. (correct)

Crocodiles and marine mammals.

Algae and water lilies.

Which statement about marine ecosystems is true?

Marine ecosystems are less diverse than freshwater ecosystems.

The marine ecosystem does not include intertidal zones.

Freshwater organisms thrive in marine environments.

Marine organisms are adapted to high salt levels. (correct)

What type of ecosystem covers the largest surface area of the earth?

Marine ecosystem. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes the difference between ocean and coastal ecosystems?

Ocean ecosystems include the open sea, while coastal ecosystems are adjacent to land. Signup and view all the answers

Which aquatic species is typically found in lotic ecosystems?

Eels. Signup and view all the answers

What key feature differentiates freshwater ecosystems from marine ecosystems?

Freshwater ecosystems have low salt content. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following waters is least suitable for marine animals?

Freshwater. Signup and view all the answers

What is primarily responsible for the imbalance in nature?

Human activities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT classified as a natural ecosystem?

Aquarium Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the Earth's surface do freshwater ecosystems cover?

0.8% Signup and view all the answers

Which type of ecosystem includes rivers and streams?

Freshwater ecosystem Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is most associated with global warming?

Uncontrolled human activities Signup and view all the answers

What defines an aquatic ecosystem?

Dependence on water for survival Signup and view all the answers

Which ecosystem can be categorized as a lentic ecosystem?

Ponds Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant environmental problem caused by human activities?

Waste accumulation Signup and view all the answers

What are the key steps in the phosphorus cycle?

Weathering, Plant Absorption, Decomposition Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following gases is NOT considered a greenhouse gas?

Oxygen (O2) Signup and view all the answers

What phenomenon is described by the term 'ozone depletion'?

Decrease in the thickness of the ozone layer Signup and view all the answers

What is the main effect of thinning of the ozone layer?

More UV radiation reaching the Earth Signup and view all the answers

Which ecosystem is characterized by constant warm and wet conditions?

Tropical rainforests Signup and view all the answers

How do cactuses adapt to their environment?

They store water in their tissues. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of global warming over the past 40 years?

Increase in industrial activities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of freshwater ecosystems?

Home to diverse microscopic organisms Signup and view all the answers

What is the main source of phosphorus in the phosphorus cycle?

Rocks Signup and view all the answers

Which step in the phosphorus cycle occurs after phosphorus is absorbed by plants and animals?

Decomposition Signup and view all the answers

What role does decomposition play in the phosphorus cycle?

It converts organic phosphorus to inorganic form. Signup and view all the answers

How do plants and microorganisms obtain phosphorus in the soil?

Through water-soluble phosphate salts Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant consequence of insufficient phosphorus in soil?

Poor crop yield Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the rate of the phosphorus cycle?

Slow and complex Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of phosphate salts in the phosphorus cycle?

To provide necessary nutrients for plant growth Signup and view all the answers

What happens to phosphorus when animals die in the phosphorus cycle?

It is released through decomposition Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following species is commonly found in the Arctic tundra?

Polar bears Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of Earth’s surface is covered by tundra?

20% Signup and view all the answers

Which creatures live near hydrothermal vents in the ocean?

Giant tube worms Signup and view all the answers

What is a major characteristic of the soil in tundra regions?

Permanently frozen Signup and view all the answers

How do giant tube worms obtain their food?

Utilizing bacteria that process methane and ammonia Signup and view all the answers

What is one example of a decomposer in an ecosystem?

Bacteria Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about ecosystems is true?

Decomposers play an essential role in nutrient cycling. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does not belong to the scope of the environment?

Satellite sphere Signup and view all the answers

What gas is primarily released during the microbial decaying process that contributes to air pollution?

Methane Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is NOT a manmade source of air pollution?

Wild Fires Signup and view all the answers

Which gases are emitted by transportation activities?

Carbon Monoxide and Nitrogen Oxides Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of increasing temperature on air pollutants?

Increased volatilization of contaminants from polluted sources Signup and view all the answers

What type of activities can lead to the generation of methane gas from landfill disposal?

Natural microbial decaying processes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following gases is NOT typically associated with emissions from coal power plants?

Oxygen Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following substances can be emitted during waste incineration?

Volatile Organic Compounds Signup and view all the answers

What is a common source of air pollution associated with agricultural activities?

Ammonia Gas Signup and view all the answers

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Test your knowledge on the differences between lentic and lotic ecosystems as well as other aquatic environments. This quiz covers characteristics, common organisms, and the environmental challenges faced by these ecosystems. Explore the unique features that define various aquatic ecosystems.