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Habitat Fragmentation and Biodiversity Quiz

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What happens when habitats are fragmented?

Animals and plants migrate to other habitats
Animals and plants must relearn how to survive (correct)
Animals and plants become stronger
Animals and plants become less dependent on their habitat

How does habitat fragmentation affect carnivores?

They migrate to other habitats
They thrive due to reduced competition
They die off due to lack of herbivores (correct)
They become less dependent on herbivores

What is the impact of habitat fragmentation on biodiversity?

It increases biodiversity
It reduces biodiversity (correct)
It leads to temporary changes in biodiversity
It has no impact on biodiversity

What is the primary cause of anthropogenic pollution?

Human activities (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does habitat fragmentation affect herbivores?

They die off due to lack of food (D) Signup and view all the answers

What happens when habitats are considered dead due to fragmentation?

The animals within it are gone (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does habitat fragmentation affect the balance of ecosystems?

It disrupts the balance (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of non-renewable resources mentioned in the text?

Fossil fuels (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does run-off from farms affect water ecosystems?

It carries sediments and fertilizers into the water, blocking sunlight and causing harmful algal blooms (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of harmful algal blooms on marine life?

It affects fish and filter feeders, making them extremely sick if consumed by humans (A) Signup and view all the answers

How can humans help prevent future extinctions?

By reducing fossil fuel consumption and conserving habitats (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of sediments carried into the water from farms?

They block sunlight and inhibit the growth of photosynthesizing organisms (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of renewable energy sources mentioned in the text?

Solar power and wind power (D) Signup and view all the answers

How do fertilizers input nutrients into the waters?

They cause harmful algal blooms (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of reducing, re-using, and recycling on waste management?

It helps decrease the amount of waste going into landfills (B) Signup and view all the answers

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