Rainforestation and The Tragedy of the Commons

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What is the primary aim of rainforestation technology developed at Visayas State University?

To introduce exotic species unsuitable for the Philippine climate

To accelerate deforestation for agricultural expansion

To promote sustainable development and conservation in the Philippines (correct)

To exploit natural resources for economic growth

Why did 70% of the forests in the Philippines disappear from the 1930s to 1988?

Because of sustainable rural development projects

Due to legal and illegal logging practices (correct)

As a result of successful reforestation efforts

From the introduction of well-suited tree species

What was a significant factor contributing to the failure of previous reforestation attempts in the Philippines?

The use of exotic tree species unsuitable for the climate (correct)

Expansion of upland agriculture

Effective government-led conservation efforts

Technological advancements in sustainable agriculture

According to the Bruntland Report, what does sustainability refer to?

Development that meets present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their needs Signup and view all the answers

What impact did technology have on addressing sustainability issues?

It was seen as a solution to sustainability issues Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes sustainability from stability according to the text?

Sustainability focuses on meeting present needs without compromising future generations' resources Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of rainforestation?

Promoting biodiversity rehabilitation Signup and view all the answers

In what year did rainforestation become an official reforestation method in the Philippines?

2004 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Philippine-German Applied Tropical Ecology Project?

Restore former forested areas Signup and view all the answers

Which individual successfully transformed a grassland into a forest using rainforestation?

Mr. Manuel Posas Signup and view all the answers

What type of forest farming system is developed through rainforestation?

Agroforestry Signup and view all the answers

How does rainforestation benefit watersheds?

By restoring soil productivity Signup and view all the answers

What are the benefits of rainforestation when the land's carrying capacity is respected?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'Tragedy of the Commons' in the context of rainforestation?

The degradation of land due to exceeding carrying capacity Signup and view all the answers

Why is ownership of technology crucial in rainforestation?

To ensure nature conservation Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Mayor Eufracio 'Dodong' Maratas in rainforestation efforts?

Both a and b Signup and view all the answers

What are the conservation efforts in Pilar as a result of rainforestation?