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What is the basic cause for weathering variations and resultant biodiversity?
What is the basic cause for weathering variations and resultant biodiversity?
- Global warming
- Input of solar energy and water (correct)
- Meteorite impacts
- Human activities
How many species are estimated to exist globally?
How many species are estimated to exist globally?
- 10 million (correct)
- 1 billion
- 100 million
- 2 million
What factor has led to the rapid decline in biodiversity since the emergence of humans?
What factor has led to the rapid decline in biodiversity since the emergence of humans?
- Geological events
- Natural disasters
- Climate change
- Overuse (correct)
Why are tropical forests considered very rich in biodiversity?
Why are tropical forests considered very rich in biodiversity?
What is the estimated percentage of fresh water fishes from South America that are yet to be classified?
What is the estimated percentage of fresh water fishes from South America that are yet to be classified?
How many years of evolution have led to the biodiversity we have today?
How many years of evolution have led to the biodiversity we have today?
Why are national parks and sanctuaries established?
Why are national parks and sanctuaries established?
Which regions are known to have richer biodiversity?
Which regions are known to have richer biodiversity?
What are threatened species?
What are threatened species?
Where was the 'Earth Summit' held?
Where was the 'Earth Summit' held?
What is the importance of biodiversity to human kind?
What is the importance of biodiversity to human kind?
'Hotspots' refer to areas that are characterized by:
'Hotspots' refer to areas that are characterized by:
What does biodiversity refer to?
What does biodiversity refer to?
Which level of biodiversity refers to the variation in genes within species?
Which level of biodiversity refers to the variation in genes within species?
Why is genetic diversity important for the healthy breeding of species?
Why is genetic diversity important for the healthy breeding of species?
What is the term used to describe areas rich in species diversity?
What is the term used to describe areas rich in species diversity?
How can a loss of species impact the ability of an ecosystem to maintain itself?
How can a loss of species impact the ability of an ecosystem to maintain itself?
Which term describes the variety of habitats and ecological processes within an ecosystem type?
Which term describes the variety of habitats and ecological processes within an ecosystem type?
In what geographic regions is biodiversity usually richer?
In what geographic regions is biodiversity usually richer?
'Crop diversity' falls under which category of biodiversity?
'Crop diversity' falls under which category of biodiversity?
'Bio' in biodiversity refers to:
'Bio' in biodiversity refers to:
What does ecosystem diversity refer to?
What does ecosystem diversity refer to?
How does genetic biodiversity help in a healthy breeding population?
How does genetic biodiversity help in a healthy breeding population?
What does species capture and store energy, produce, decompose, etc., according to the text?
What does species capture and store energy, produce, decompose, etc., according to the text?
What are some of the important economic commodities supplied by biodiversity, as mentioned in the text?
What are some of the important economic commodities supplied by biodiversity, as mentioned in the text?
What is the scientific role of biodiversity highlighted in the text?
What is the scientific role of biodiversity highlighted in the text?
Why is biodiversity considered important for understanding life functions?
Why is biodiversity considered important for understanding life functions?
What is the ecological role of biodiversity mentioned in the text?
What is the ecological role of biodiversity mentioned in the text?
Why is it considered morally wrong to cause the extinction of any species voluntarily?
Why is it considered morally wrong to cause the extinction of any species voluntarily?
What has accelerated the loss of species and habitats in different parts of the world?
What has accelerated the loss of species and habitats in different parts of the world?
Which regions contain about three-fourth of the world human population as mentioned in the text?
Which regions contain about three-fourth of the world human population as mentioned in the text?
What has proven disastrous for the entire biosphere according to the text?
What has proven disastrous for the entire biosphere according to the text?
What term is used for species that are likely to be in danger of extinction in the near future if threatening factors persist?
What term is used for species that are likely to be in danger of extinction in the near future if threatening factors persist?
What does IUCN stand for in the context of endangered species classification?
What does IUCN stand for in the context of endangered species classification?
What is published by IUCN regarding endangered species worldwide according to the text?
What is published by IUCN regarding endangered species worldwide according to the text?
What type of species are those which are not the natural inhabitants but introduced into a local habitat?
What type of species are those which are not the natural inhabitants but introduced into a local habitat?
What is the main purpose of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 passed by the Government of India?
What is the main purpose of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 passed by the Government of India?
Why are certain countries like Mexico, Brazil, India, and Indonesia called mega diversity centres?
Why are certain countries like Mexico, Brazil, India, and Indonesia called mega diversity centres?
How are biodiversity hotspots defined by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN)?
How are biodiversity hotspots defined by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN)?
What percentage of plants and animals in Madagascar are found nowhere else in the world?
What percentage of plants and animals in Madagascar are found nowhere else in the world?
How does disturbance in one form of life affect biodiversity according to the text?
How does disturbance in one form of life affect biodiversity according to the text?
What is the critical problem highlighted in the text regarding biodiversity conservation?
What is the critical problem highlighted in the text regarding biodiversity conservation?
What key event took place in June 1992 at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil related to biodiversity conservation?
What key event took place in June 1992 at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil related to biodiversity conservation?
How is the protection of habitats for species defined in the conservation strategy mentioned in the text?
How is the protection of habitats for species defined in the conservation strategy mentioned in the text?
What was established under the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 passed by the Government of India?
What was established under the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 passed by the Government of India?
Which organization has identified certain areas as biodiversity hotspots?
Which organization has identified certain areas as biodiversity hotspots?
What is the primary basis for the diversity of vegetation and biodiversity, as mentioned in the text?
What is the primary basis for the diversity of vegetation and biodiversity, as mentioned in the text?
Why has biodiversity begun a rapid decline since the emergence of humans?
Why has biodiversity begun a rapid decline since the emergence of humans?
Which type of forests are specifically mentioned as very rich in biodiversity in the text?
Which type of forests are specifically mentioned as very rich in biodiversity in the text?
What has led to the rapid decline of biodiversity since the arrival of humans?
What has led to the rapid decline of biodiversity since the arrival of humans?
How many species are estimated to exist globally, as mentioned in the text?
How many species are estimated to exist globally, as mentioned in the text?
What is responsible for the diversity of vegetation that underpins biodiversity according to the text?
What is responsible for the diversity of vegetation that underpins biodiversity according to the text?
Why are national parks and sanctuaries established?
Why are national parks and sanctuaries established?
What is the main threat to the unique plants and animals of the islands of Hawaii mentioned in the text?
What is the main threat to the unique plants and animals of the islands of Hawaii mentioned in the text?
Where is biodiversity richer according to the text?
Where is biodiversity richer according to the text?
What is the significance of 'Earth Summit' as mentioned in the text?
What is the significance of 'Earth Summit' as mentioned in the text?
What is a major factor contributing to the loss of biodiversity?
What is a major factor contributing to the loss of biodiversity?
Why are threatened species at risk of extinction?
Why are threatened species at risk of extinction?
Why is it considered ethically wrong to cause the extinction of any species voluntarily, as mentioned in the text?
Why is it considered ethically wrong to cause the extinction of any species voluntarily, as mentioned in the text?
What is the main impact of overexploitation of resources and deforestation on biodiversity, as per the text?
What is the main impact of overexploitation of resources and deforestation on biodiversity, as per the text?
What types of natural calamities are mentioned in the text to cause damage to the flora and fauna of the Earth?
What types of natural calamities are mentioned in the text to cause damage to the flora and fauna of the Earth?
Why is the introduction of exotic species considered harmful to natural biotic communities in an ecosystem?
Why is the introduction of exotic species considered harmful to natural biotic communities in an ecosystem?
What is classified under 'Vulnerable Species' according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN)?
What is classified under 'Vulnerable Species' according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN)?
What does loss of biodiversity indicate about relationships with other living species, as per the text?
What does loss of biodiversity indicate about relationships with other living species, as per the text?
How does biodiversity contribute to understanding the evolution of life, as mentioned in the text?
How does biodiversity contribute to understanding the evolution of life, as mentioned in the text?
'Tropical regions occupy about one-fourth of the total area but contain three-fourth of the world's human population.' What impact does this human concentration have on biodiversity?
'Tropical regions occupy about one-fourth of the total area but contain three-fourth of the world's human population.' What impact does this human concentration have on biodiversity?
What is classified under 'Endangered Species' according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN)?
What is classified under 'Endangered Species' according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN)?
Why has biodiversity become a critical indicator according to the text?
Why has biodiversity become a critical indicator according to the text?
Why is it important to preserve endangered species according to the text?
Why is it important to preserve endangered species according to the text?
What is the main purpose of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 passed by the Government of India as mentioned in the text?
What is the main purpose of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 passed by the Government of India as mentioned in the text?
Why are habitats where species feed, breed, rest, and nurse their young safeguarded and protected according to the text?
Why are habitats where species feed, breed, rest, and nurse their young safeguarded and protected according to the text?
What does 'mega diversity centres' refer to as mentioned in the text?
What does 'mega diversity centres' refer to as mentioned in the text?
Why are areas identified as biodiversity hotspots crucial for conservation efforts?
Why are areas identified as biodiversity hotspots crucial for conservation efforts?
What is the significance of involving local communities and individuals in biodiversity conservation efforts?
What is the significance of involving local communities and individuals in biodiversity conservation efforts?
How does disturbance in one form of life impact other life forms according to the text?
How does disturbance in one form of life impact other life forms according to the text?
What event took place at the Earth Summit held in June 1992 at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil related to biodiversity conservation?
What event took place at the Earth Summit held in June 1992 at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil related to biodiversity conservation?
Why is continuity in the conservation process highlighted as a critical problem regarding biodiversity?
Why is continuity in the conservation process highlighted as a critical problem regarding biodiversity?
'Hotspots' are defined according to what characteristic mentioned in the text?
'Hotspots' are defined according to what characteristic mentioned in the text?
'Habitats where species feed, breed, rest, and nurse their young should be safeguarded and protected' refers to which aspect of biodiversity conservation?
'Habitats where species feed, breed, rest, and nurse their young should be safeguarded and protected' refers to which aspect of biodiversity conservation?
What is the estimated average half-life of a species?
What is the estimated average half-life of a species?
What does genetic diversity refer to?
What does genetic diversity refer to?
What are areas rich in species diversity referred to as?
What are areas rich in species diversity referred to as?
Why is genetic diversity important for the healthy breeding of species?
Why is genetic diversity important for the healthy breeding of species?
What does ecosystem diversity consider?
What does ecosystem diversity consider?
What is the main reason for classifying some areas as biodiversity hotspots?
What is the main reason for classifying some areas as biodiversity hotspots?
Why is biodiversity considered our living wealth according to the text?
Why is biodiversity considered our living wealth according to the text?
How does a high genetic diversity contribute to the survival of species?
How does a high genetic diversity contribute to the survival of species?
What is the main basis for the diversity of vegetation and biodiversity?
What is the main basis for the diversity of vegetation and biodiversity?
Why has biodiversity begun a rapid decline since the emergence of humans?
Why has biodiversity begun a rapid decline since the emergence of humans?
What factor has contributed significantly to the loss of biodiversity according to the text?
What factor has contributed significantly to the loss of biodiversity according to the text?
What is the estimated range of global species numbers mentioned in the text?
What is the estimated range of global species numbers mentioned in the text?
What region is highlighted as particularly rich in biodiversity according to the text?
What region is highlighted as particularly rich in biodiversity according to the text?
How long is the evolution period mentioned in the text that has led to today's biodiversity?
How long is the evolution period mentioned in the text that has led to today's biodiversity?
What is the main purpose of establishing national parks and sanctuaries?
What is the main purpose of establishing national parks and sanctuaries?
Which regions are known to have richer biodiversity?
Which regions are known to have richer biodiversity?
What does 'threatened species' refer to?
What does 'threatened species' refer to?
Where was the 'Earth Summit' held?
Where was the 'Earth Summit' held?
What is the term used to describe areas with unique plants and animals threatened by introduced species and land development?
What is the term used to describe areas with unique plants and animals threatened by introduced species and land development?
Why are threatened species in danger of extinction?
Why are threatened species in danger of extinction?
What is the average estimated half-life of a species according to the text?
What is the average estimated half-life of a species according to the text?
What does biodiversity refer to, as mentioned in the text?
What does biodiversity refer to, as mentioned in the text?
Why is diversity consistently richer in the tropics according to the text?
Why is diversity consistently richer in the tropics according to the text?
What is genetic biodiversity primarily related to?
What is genetic biodiversity primarily related to?
What does the term 'hotspot' primarily refer to regarding biodiversity?
What does the term 'hotspot' primarily refer to regarding biodiversity?
How does a high biodiversity contribute to the stability of an ecosystem?
How does a high biodiversity contribute to the stability of an ecosystem?
What is 'crop diversity' often referred to as within biodiversity discussions?
What is 'crop diversity' often referred to as within biodiversity discussions?
Why is it mentioned that boundaries of ecosystems are not rigidly defined?
Why is it mentioned that boundaries of ecosystems are not rigidly defined?
What is an essential role that individual organisms play within an ecosystem?
What is an essential role that individual organisms play within an ecosystem?
In what way does biological resources contribute to the deterioration of biodiversity?
In what way does biological resources contribute to the deterioration of biodiversity?
How do ecosystem boundaries impact the adaptability of an ecosystem?
How do ecosystem boundaries impact the adaptability of an ecosystem?
Why is it important for an ecosystem to have a high genetic diversity?
Why is it important for an ecosystem to have a high genetic diversity?
What does the International Union for the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) identify as biodiversity hotspots?
What does the International Union for the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) identify as biodiversity hotspots?
How does the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 in India contribute to biodiversity conservation?
How does the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 in India contribute to biodiversity conservation?
Why are mega diversity centres significant according to the text?
Why are mega diversity centres significant according to the text?
What is the main purpose of the Convention on Biodiversity signed at the Earth Summit in 1992?
What is the main purpose of the Convention on Biodiversity signed at the Earth Summit in 1992?
Why are local communities and individuals considered crucial for successful biodiversity conservation efforts?
Why are local communities and individuals considered crucial for successful biodiversity conservation efforts?
What is a critical issue highlighted by the text regarding biodiversity conservation?
What is a critical issue highlighted by the text regarding biodiversity conservation?
How does disturbance in one form of life affect biodiversity according to the text?
How does disturbance in one form of life affect biodiversity according to the text?
What is the primary basis for the diversity of vegetation that underpins biodiversity according to the text?
What is the primary basis for the diversity of vegetation that underpins biodiversity according to the text?
What is identified as crucial for successful environment-friendly practices and sustainable development according to the text?
What is identified as crucial for successful environment-friendly practices and sustainable development according to the text?
In what way do hotspots rely on species-rich ecosystems according to the text?
In what way do hotspots rely on species-rich ecosystems according to the text?
What is one of the main strategies suggested by conservationists to prevent extinction as mentioned in the text?
What is one of the main strategies suggested by conservationists to prevent extinction as mentioned in the text?
How do areas with mega diversity centres contribute significantly to global biodiversity according to the text?
How do areas with mega diversity centres contribute significantly to global biodiversity according to the text?
Why is it considered morally wrong to voluntarily cause the extinction of any species?
Why is it considered morally wrong to voluntarily cause the extinction of any species?
What is the impact of rapid human population growth on biodiversity loss?
What is the impact of rapid human population growth on biodiversity loss?
Why are tropical rain forests considered crucial for biodiversity?
Why are tropical rain forests considered crucial for biodiversity?
What is the role of overexploitation of resources in biodiversity loss?
What is the role of overexploitation of resources in biodiversity loss?
What categorizes a species as 'Endangered' according to the IUCN?
What categorizes a species as 'Endangered' according to the IUCN?
How do pollutants like pesticides impact biodiversity according to the text?
How do pollutants like pesticides impact biodiversity according to the text?
Why are exotic species harmful when introduced into a local habitat?
Why are exotic species harmful when introduced into a local habitat?
What is the primary driver of weathering variations and resultant biodiversity?
What is the primary driver of weathering variations and resultant biodiversity?
How long is the estimated evolutionary period that has led to the current biodiversity?
How long is the estimated evolutionary period that has led to the current biodiversity?
What has caused a rapid decline in biodiversity since the emergence of humans?
What has caused a rapid decline in biodiversity since the emergence of humans?
Why are tropical forests mentioned as being very rich in biodiversity?
Why are tropical forests mentioned as being very rich in biodiversity?
What is the approximate global range for the number of species mentioned in the text?
What is the approximate global range for the number of species mentioned in the text?
How does the weathering mantle impact the diversity of vegetation and biodiversity?
How does the weathering mantle impact the diversity of vegetation and biodiversity?
What is the main threat to the unique plants and animals of the islands of Hawaii?
What is the main threat to the unique plants and animals of the islands of Hawaii?
Where was the 'Earth Summit' held?
Where was the 'Earth Summit' held?
In biodiversity conservation, what does the term 'hotspots' refer to?
In biodiversity conservation, what does the term 'hotspots' refer to?
Why are national parks and sanctuaries established?
Why are national parks and sanctuaries established?
What is the main focus of the Convention on Biodiversity signed at the Earth Summit in 1992?
What is the main focus of the Convention on Biodiversity signed at the Earth Summit in 1992?
'Exotic species' refer to those that are:
'Exotic species' refer to those that are:
What is the significance of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 passed by the Government of India?
What is the significance of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 passed by the Government of India?
Why are certain areas identified as biodiversity hotspots according to the text?
Why are certain areas identified as biodiversity hotspots according to the text?
Why are mega diversity centres like Mexico, Brazil, and India important in biodiversity conservation?
Why are mega diversity centres like Mexico, Brazil, and India important in biodiversity conservation?
What is the main focus of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) regarding biodiversity?
What is the main focus of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) regarding biodiversity?
Why is there an emphasis on safeguarding habitats where species feed, breed, rest, and nurse their young?
Why is there an emphasis on safeguarding habitats where species feed, breed, rest, and nurse their young?
What is a key reason for the establishment of biosphere reserves according to the text?
What is a key reason for the establishment of biosphere reserves according to the text?
Why is it mentioned that development must be harmonious with other life forms?
Why is it mentioned that development must be harmonious with other life forms?
What is the critical problem highlighted in the text regarding biodiversity conservation efforts?
What is the critical problem highlighted in the text regarding biodiversity conservation efforts?
What is the primary contribution of vegetation to biodiversity hotspots?
What is the primary contribution of vegetation to biodiversity hotspots?
Why is there an urgent need to educate people about adopting environment-friendly practices?
Why is there an urgent need to educate people about adopting environment-friendly practices?
What represents the continuing process of conservation highlighted in the text?
What represents the continuing process of conservation highlighted in the text?
What is the main role of local communities in biodiversity conservation efforts according to the text?
What is the main role of local communities in biodiversity conservation efforts according to the text?
Why is it unethical to voluntarily cause the extinction of any species?
Why is it unethical to voluntarily cause the extinction of any species?
How do natural calamities impact biodiversity?
How do natural calamities impact biodiversity?
What do pesticides and pollutants primarily do to weak and sensitive species?
What do pesticides and pollutants primarily do to weak and sensitive species?
What is the consequence of overexploitation of resources on biodiversity?
What is the consequence of overexploitation of resources on biodiversity?
How can the introduction of exotic species harm a natural biotic community?
How can the introduction of exotic species harm a natural biotic community?
Why are tropical rainforests considered disastrous if destroyed?
Why are tropical rainforests considered disastrous if destroyed?
What is the main contribution of human communities to biodiversity?
What is the main contribution of human communities to biodiversity?
How does biodiversity serve as an indicator of relationships with other living species?
How does biodiversity serve as an indicator of relationships with other living species?
What is the main function of ecosystems according to the text?
What is the main function of ecosystems according to the text?
What is the primary role of each species in an ecosystem as mentioned in the text?
What is the primary role of each species in an ecosystem as mentioned in the text?
Why is it essential for humans to consider the intrinsic right of every species to exist?
Why is it essential for humans to consider the intrinsic right of every species to exist?
How does each species in an ecosystem contribute to sustaining life according to the text?
How does each species in an ecosystem contribute to sustaining life according to the text?
What does biodiversity refer to?
What does biodiversity refer to?
What is genetic diversity?
What is genetic diversity?
Why is biodiversity considered our living wealth?
Why is biodiversity considered our living wealth?
What is the relationship between ecosystem adaptability and biodiversity according to the text?
What is the relationship between ecosystem adaptability and biodiversity according to the text?
What term is used to describe areas that are rich in species diversity?
What term is used to describe areas that are rich in species diversity?
How does genetic diversity contribute to healthy breeding of species?
How does genetic diversity contribute to healthy breeding of species?
What is the economic role of biodiversity mentioned in the text?
What is the economic role of biodiversity mentioned in the text?
What benefit does a diverse ecosystem provide according to the text?
What benefit does a diverse ecosystem provide according to the text?
'Boundaries' of communities and ecosystems are not rigidly defined primarily because:
'Boundaries' of communities and ecosystems are not rigidly defined primarily because:
'Hotspots' of biodiversity contain:
'Hotspots' of biodiversity contain:
What is agro-biodiversity?
What is agro-biodiversity?
Why are areas rich in species diversity called hotspots?
Why are areas rich in species diversity called hotspots?
