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What is a significant consequence of human activities on ecosystems and biodiversity?

  • Expansion of plant species
  • Loss of 83% of all wild mammals (correct)
  • Rejuvenation of damaged habitats
  • Increase in species diversity

How does biodiversity ensure health and food security?

  • By increasing population density in ecosystems
  • By supporting global nutrition and providing food variety (correct)
  • By reducing food prices dramatically
  • By eliminating foodborne diseases entirely

What role do healthy ecosystems play in medicine development?

  • They reduce the need for pharmaceuticals
  • They provide genetic modification opportunities
  • They solely depend on animal-based resources
  • They supply plants that aid in disease treatment (correct)

What is a key factor driving the decline of species diversity?

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Why is it important for stakeholders to be alerted about biodiversity loss?

<p>It emphasizes the interdependence on healthy ecosystems (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of diseases can be affected by biodiversity conservation?

<p>Infectious diseases passed from animals (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What could be the long-term consequence if biodiversity is lost entirely?

<p>No alternative means for ecosystem sustainability (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following practices is most likely to support sustainable development?

<p>Conservation of diverse species (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant impact of pollution on biodiversity?

<p>It promotes the growth of invasive species. (B), It diminishes genetic diversity within species. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which sustainable development practice helps protect biodiversity?

<p>Implementing efficient waste management systems. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do invasive species play in ecological balance?

<p>They compete with native species for resources. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes habitat destruction?

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How does biodiversity contribute to the health of ecosystems?

<p>By increasing the complexity of ecological interactions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential consequence of climate change on biodiversity?

<p>Altered migration patterns and habitats. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which strategy is effective in managing invasive species?

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In what way does biodiversity promote human survival?

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How much of the world's GDP is accounted for by biodiversity-related sectors?

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Which aspect is NOT part of the benefits biodiversity provides to society?

<p>Increased pollution levels (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which ecosystem service contributes to agricultural resilience?

<p>Food security (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do diverse ecosystems play in relation to extreme weather events?

<p>They buffer against extreme weather (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of known species do mammals represent?

<p>A comparatively small number (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key factor in making agricultural practices more resilient?

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

Which habitat is crucial for providing healthy ecosystems that sustain human livelihoods?

<p>Forests (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributes to the protection from natural disasters like floods?

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Biodiversity

The variety of life on Earth, encompassing all organisms from genes to ecosystems.

Ecosystem Diversity

Variations in ecosystems and habitats within a geographical area. The more diverse, the more species.

Biological Diversity

Another term for biodiversity, reflecting the variety of life on Earth.

Interdependence of Living Things

All living things depend on each other at all levels (genes to ecosystems) for survival.

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Convention on Biodiversity

An international agreement to protect biodiversity.

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Consumptive Use Value

Value of biodiversity resources used directly, such as food, medicine, and fuels.

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Ecosystem

A community of living organisms and their environment.

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Multilateral Environmental Consensus

Agreement among multiple countries on environmental issues.

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Biodiversity Loss

The decline in the variety of species and ecosystems due to human activities.

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Food Security

Having reliable access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food for all people.

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Disease Prevention

Healthy ecosystems and rich biodiversity can help fight diseases by providing resources for medicine development and reducing disease transmission.

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Species Decline

A decrease in the populations of particular species.

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Human Impact

The influence of human activities on ecosystems and biodiversity.

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Global Nutrition

The overall health of the global population with regard to the intake of nutrients.

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Biodiversity importance to society

Biodiversity provides goods and services vital to humans, including food, energy, medicine, and regulating climate, water, flood control, and extreme weather events.

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Biodiversity and human livelihood

Healthy ecosystems support human livelihoods through activities like fishing, agriculture, and forestry.

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Biodiversity and food

Biodiversity supports food security and nutrition by providing diverse food sources and enhancing agricultural resilience.

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Biodiversity and protection

Diverse ecosystems act as natural safeguards against disasters like floods and typhoons.

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Biodiversity and economy

Biodiversity contributes significantly to the global economy, exceeding half of the world's GDP.

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Invertebrates

Animals lacking backbones, making up a large portion of known species.

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Tropical Biodiversity

Regions near the equator hold the highest biodiversity.

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Ecosystem Services

Benefits provided by ecosystems that support human well-being, such as regulating climate, water cycle, and disaster mitigation.

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