Exploring Biodiversity

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Which of the following is a major cause of wetland destruction in many states?

  • Excessive industrial pollution
  • Poaching of wild animals
  • Construction of dams (correct)
  • Unregulated agricultural practices

What is one negative impact of dams on fish populations?

  • Increased fish stock
  • Improved fish migration
  • Decreased water pollution
  • Blockage of natural fish routes (correct)

What is a common consequence of unregulated industrial, agricultural, and sewage run-off in Asia?

  • Protection of ecosystems
  • Air pollution (correct)
  • Enhanced plant growth
  • Increased biodiversity

What was the main reason for the introduction of the cane toad in Australia?

<p>To control a beetle population (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes biodiversity?

<p>The diversity of plants and animals in different ecosystems (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one negative impact of climate change on biodiversity?

<p>Rising ocean levels (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one major threat to biodiversity mentioned in the text?

<p>Habitat destruction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of deforestation in the Amazon rainforest?

<p>Large-scale cutting down of forests (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when fishing ships drag nets across the sea floor?

<p>Marine habitats are destroyed (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has happened to millions of acres of wetlands in the US over the centuries?

<p>They have been purposefully drained for real estate development (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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