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Environment and Biodiversity: Syllabus Overview

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What is the definition of environment?

The physical and biological system in which living organisms live (correct)

The values of biodiversity

The study of living organisms

The process of ecological succession

Which type of biodiversity includes the variety of different ecosystems within a region?

Genetic diversity

Ecosystem diversity (correct)

Threats to biodiversity

Species diversity

What is the primary threat to biodiversity caused by human activities?

Genetic diversity

Poaching of wildlife

Man-wildlife conflicts

Habitat loss (correct)

Which term refers to species that are only found in a specific geographical location?

Endemic species (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of conservation involves protecting species within their natural habitats?

In-situ conservation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the process by which one ecological community gradually changes into another over time?

Ecological succession (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of environmental science?

Understanding the interconnections in nature (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a major component of the natural landscape?

Rocks and minerals (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why are environmental resources like water and trees important?

To preserve nature and support human life (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of deforestation?

Unavailability of fresh air (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why are natural resources like water and wood considered nonproducible?

Because they cannot be replenished once exhausted (C) Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to the unhealthy atmosphere for human beings?

Waste of natural resources (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of technological advancements on environmental resources?

Leading to environmental degradation (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why should we be concerned about consuming natural resources?

They may not be available for future generations if exhausted (A) Signup and view all the answers

'Environmental resources play a multifunctional role as they command market prices.' What does this statement imply?

'The value of environmental resources is determined by market demand' (B) Signup and view all the answers

'We must not expect Governments alone t.' What is the intended meaning of this incomplete statement?

'Environmental conservation requires collective effort beyond just Governments' (B) Signup and view all the answers