Environmental Changes Impact Quiz

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Which scenario best demonstrates a beneficial impact of environmental change on species?

  • Pollution leading to the decline of fish populations in rivers.
  • Rising temperatures resulting in the extinction of species.
  • Increased rainfall leading to more abundant plant growth, supporting herbivore populations. (correct)
  • Deforestation causing habitat loss and reduced biodiversity.

What is a direct consequence of deforestation?

  • Increased biodiversity
  • Expanded habitat
  • Increased rainfall
  • Habitat Loss (correct)

Which of the following outcomes is likely associated with an increase in global temperatures?

  • Increased species adaptation due to evolution.
  • Growth of diverse ecosystems in new regions.
  • Enhanced agricultural productivity in all areas.
  • Extinction of various species struggling to survive. (correct)

What is a likely effect of pollution on aquatic life?

<p>Decline in fish populations due to toxic environments. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario illustrates the negative effects of environmental change on biodiversity?

<p>Rising sea levels leading to the loss of coastal habitats. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Positive Effect of Environmental Change

A change in the environment that benefits a species, leading to increased population or survival.

Deforestation

The destruction of forests, resulting in loss of habitat for many species.

Reduced Biodiversity

A direct consequence of deforestation, reducing the variety of living organisms.

Abundant Plant Growth

An increase in plant growth due to a change in the environment, such as increased rainfall.

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Extinction of Species

A situation where the environment changes negatively, leading to the disappearance of a species.

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Study Notes

Question 37 Analysis

  • Increased rainfall leads to more plentiful plant growth, directly benefiting herbivore populations, positively impacting the species. This is an example of a positive effect of environmental change.

Question 38 Analysis

  • Deforestation directly results in habitat loss for various species, which is a negative consequence for the affected ecosystems.

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