Natural Disasters and Ecological Systems Quiz
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What is a potential consequence of tornadoes on ecological systems?

  • Enhanced ecosystem resilience and improved biodiversity
  • Decrease in animal relocation and balanced ecosystem dynamics
  • Preventive measures against disease spread and increased forest growth
  • Change in ecological system structure and destruction of forests (correct)

How can earthquakes impact ecosystems?

  • Wiping out animal species and changing ecological systems (correct)
  • Facilitating the relocation of animals without harm to the ecosystem
  • Enhancing plant diversity and promoting ecosystem balance
  • Leading to a decrease in diseases and increasing biodiversity

What is a common environmental impact of mining on ecosystems?

  • Soil pollution and destruction of animal habitats necessitating relocation (correct)
  • Promotion of wildlife sanctuaries and restoration of natural habitats
  • Prevention of disease spread due to controlled mining practices
  • Enhanced ecosystem productivity and increased biodiversity

How do heavy rainfalls and floods affect biodiversity?

<p>Resulting in drowning of plants and animals, leading to diseases and epidemics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can earthquakes impact ecosystems?

<p>Result in biodiversity loss by natural causes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of heavy rainfalls and floods on biodiversity?

<p>Lead to significant water pollution in lakes and rivers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does mining activities affect ecosystems?

<p>Lead to soil pollution due to heavy machinery use (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common outcome of destruction of natural habitats by human intervention?

<p>Hurt the floral and fauna leading to ecological problems (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to restore ecological systems?

<p>To provide a habitat for endangered species to restore their populations. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can heavy rainfalls and floods impact biodiversity negatively?

<p>By causing soil erosion and habitat destruction. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of human intervention in natural habitats?

<p>Destruction of ecosystems and loss of habitats for animals. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should government regulations prioritize the protection of ecological systems over profit maximization of firms?

<p>To prevent ecological damage caused by exploiting natural habitats for profit. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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