Human Impacts on Ecosystems

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

What term is used to describe pollution that is caused by humans?

Anthropomorphic

Anthropogenic (correct)

Fragmentation

Biodiversity

How does habitat fragmentation affect animals and plants?

Forces them to relearn how to survive (correct)

Creates new habitats

Does not impact them at all

Enhances biodiversity

What is the consequence of breaking an ecosystem into smaller chunks by building structures or roads?

Formation of new habitats

Habitat destruction (correct)

Increase in biodiversity

Enhanced ecosystem balance

What happens when humans alter the environment in terms of ecosystems?

Ecosystem balance is disturbed Signup and view all the answers

What does 'extinctions' mean in the context of the text?

'Ceasing to exist' Signup and view all the answers

What happens to carnivores when herbivores start to die off due to the destruction of plant species?

They also start dying off due to lack of food Signup and view all the answers

How does run-off from farms affect organisms in water ecosystems?

It brings harmful sediments that block sunlight and hinder growth Signup and view all the answers

How does red tide impact marine life?

It affects fish and filter feeders negatively Signup and view all the answers

What is a way to help prevent future extinctions according to the text?

Conserving habitats of endangered species Signup and view all the answers

How can humans reduce their impact on the environment according to the text?

Use renewable energy sources like solar power Signup and view all the answers

Human Impacts on Ecosystems

Podcast Beta

Questions and Answers

What term is used to describe pollution that is caused by humans?

How does habitat fragmentation affect animals and plants?

What is the consequence of breaking an ecosystem into smaller chunks by building structures or roads?

What happens when humans alter the environment in terms of ecosystems?

What does 'extinctions' mean in the context of the text?

What happens to carnivores when herbivores start to die off due to the destruction of plant species?

How does run-off from farms affect organisms in water ecosystems?

How does red tide impact marine life?

What is a way to help prevent future extinctions according to the text?

How can humans reduce their impact on the environment according to the text?

More Quizzes Like This

Human Impact on Ecosystems and Biodiversity

Threats to Biodiversity Quiz

Human Impact Quiz: Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services

Human Impact on Ecosystems Quiz

Upgrade to continue