Environment, Biodiversity, and Ecosystem Quiz

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What is the definition of environment?

The biological system in which only man lives

The physical system in which only man lives

The social system in which man and other organisms live

The whole physical and biological system in which man and other organisms live (correct)

Which type of biodiversity includes the variety of genes within a species?

Biological diversity

Ecosystem diversity

Genetic diversity (correct)

Species diversity

What is the term used for conservation of species within their natural habitats?

Ex-situ conservation

In-situ conservation (correct)

Endemic conservation

Hot-spot conservation

Which of the following is a threat to biodiversity?

Habitat loss Signup and view all the answers

India is known as a mega-diversity nation primarily due to its:

Rich biodiversity Signup and view all the answers

What does ecological succession refer to?

The gradual change in species composition over time in an ecosystem Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of environmental science?

Studying the functioning of the natural environment Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of the environment mentioned in the text?

Astronomy Signup and view all the answers

Why is positive and realistic planning needed in environmental science?

To balance the various interacting components of the environment Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing characteristic of many environmental resources mentioned in the text?

They are nonproducible Signup and view all the answers

How do environmental resources command market prices?

Based on their scarcity and demand Signup and view all the answers

What can lead to increasing environmental temperature and dry rivers?

Deforestation Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of the misuse or waste of natural resources, as mentioned in the text?

Unhealthy atmosphere for human beings Signup and view all the answers

Why should all contribute to safeguarding the environment?

To prevent environmental damage Signup and view all the answers

What do ecologists and environmental scientists recognize about continuously extracting natural resources?

It will degrade and deplete natural environment. Signup and view all the answers

What role do environmental resources play, according to the text?

Multifunctional role as they command market prices. Signup and view all the answers

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