Savanna Ecosystem Quiz

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Which of the following animals is a herbivore found in the savanna?

Lion

Hyena

Leopard

Elephant (correct)

The savanna is primarily known for its aquatic ecosystems.

False

Name one crop that can be grown in the savanna.

maize

Overgrazing by livestock is one of the primary threats to the savanna ecosystem, leading to __________ in vegetation.

depletion Signup and view all the answers

Match the following threats to the savanna ecosystem with their descriptions:

Overgrazing = Excessive grazing by livestock Soil erosion = Caused by excessive rainfall during summer Droughts = Prolonged periods of dry weather Flooding = Threat to parts of Africa during specific seasons Signup and view all the answers

What is one major consequence of converting steppes into farmland?

Biodiversity loss Signup and view all the answers

High human population density in steppes has a positive effect on ecological balance.

False Signup and view all the answers

Name two types of livestock commonly raised in steppes.

Sheep and goats Signup and view all the answers

Increased summer temperatures in steppes lead to more frequent __________.

wildfires Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the climate of the savanna during the summer?

High temperatures with varied rainfall Signup and view all the answers

Match the following consequences with their descriptions:

Biodiversity Loss = Reduction of species due to habitat destruction Soil Degradation = Deterioration of soil quality Animal Extinction = Complete disappearance of species Wildfires = Fires that occur more frequently due to heat Signup and view all the answers

The savanna ecosystem is characterized by high plant density compared to tropical rainforests.

False Signup and view all the answers

What are the three types of savanna mentioned in the content?

Rich (Wooded) Savanna, Open Savanna, Sparse Savanna Signup and view all the answers

As you move away from the tropical rainforests, the savanna transitions into _____ and hot deserts.

savanna Signup and view all the answers

Match the savanna type with its description and typical location:

Rich (Wooded) Savanna = Tall grasses with scattered trees; near tropical rainforests Open Savanna = Tall and medium grasses with reduced tree density; location varied Sparse Savanna = Very short grasses with few trees; near hot deserts Signup and view all the answers

Which latitudes define the southern temperate grasslands in Africa?

24° to 32° South Signup and view all the answers

Temperate grasslands have high and consistent rainfall throughout the year.

False Signup and view all the answers

Name two types of animals commonly found in temperate grasslands.

Antelopes and Gazelles Signup and view all the answers

The soil in temperate grasslands is generally characterized as being dark brown or black clay soil rich in ______ and mineral matter.

organic Signup and view all the answers

Match the following animals with their typical habitat in temperate grasslands:

Antelope = Grazing on open grasslands Gazelle = Grazing on open grasslands African crested guineafowl = Foraging on the ground Rabbit = Burrowing near grasslands Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following deserts is the largest hot desert in the world?

Sahara Desert Signup and view all the answers

Hot deserts have high rainfall and rich vegetation.

False Signup and view all the answers

What temperature can daytime reach in hot deserts during summer?

over 40°C Signup and view all the answers

The __________ Desert is located in northern Africa.

Sahara Signup and view all the answers

Match the following deserts with their locations:

Sahara Desert = Northern Africa Kalahari Desert = Southern Africa Namib Desert = Southern Africa Signup and view all the answers

What adaptation helps desert plants reduce water loss?

Small leaves Signup and view all the answers

Desert soil is rich in organic matter and high in fertility.

False Signup and view all the answers

Name one important plant that can be found in deserts.

Cacti Signup and view all the answers

Desert animals such as __________ are well-adapted to harsh conditions.

camels Signup and view all the answers

Match the following desert animals with their characteristics:

Wolves = Pack hunters found in some desert areas Foxes = Small, agile predators that can hunt in deserts Scorpions = Arachnids known for their venomous sting Snakes = Reptiles that often seek shelter from the heat Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary threat to hot desert ecosystems?

Overhunting Signup and view all the answers

The African desert lark is a bird that faces no significant threats to its survival.

False Signup and view all the answers

What impact do increased severity of droughts have on native vegetation in African deserts?

It leads to a scarcity or absence of native vegetation. Signup and view all the answers

The Egyptian gazelle is one of the animals that is threatened with __________ due to various ecological threats.

extinction Signup and view all the answers

Match the following threats to their effects on hot desert ecosystems:

Overhunting = Threatens animal populations Increased severity of droughts = Leads to decreased food supply Reduced native vegetation = Disrupts the ecological balance Extinction of species = Loss of biodiversity Signup and view all the answers

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Which of the following animals is a herbivore found in the savanna?

The savanna is primarily known for its aquatic ecosystems.

Name one crop that can be grown in the savanna.

Overgrazing by livestock is one of the primary threats to the savanna ecosystem, leading to __________ in vegetation.

Match the following threats to the savanna ecosystem with their descriptions:

What is one major consequence of converting steppes into farmland?

High human population density in steppes has a positive effect on ecological balance.

Name two types of livestock commonly raised in steppes.

Increased summer temperatures in steppes lead to more frequent __________.

What characterizes the climate of the savanna during the summer?

Match the following consequences with their descriptions:

The savanna ecosystem is characterized by high plant density compared to tropical rainforests.

What are the three types of savanna mentioned in the content?

As you move away from the tropical rainforests, the savanna transitions into _____ and hot deserts.

Match the savanna type with its description and typical location:

Which latitudes define the southern temperate grasslands in Africa?

Temperate grasslands have high and consistent rainfall throughout the year.

Name two types of animals commonly found in temperate grasslands.

The soil in temperate grasslands is generally characterized as being dark brown or black clay soil rich in ______ and mineral matter.

Match the following animals with their typical habitat in temperate grasslands:

Which of the following deserts is the largest hot desert in the world?

Hot deserts have high rainfall and rich vegetation.

What temperature can daytime reach in hot deserts during summer?

The __________ Desert is located in northern Africa.

Match the following deserts with their locations:

What adaptation helps desert plants reduce water loss?

Desert soil is rich in organic matter and high in fertility.

Name one important plant that can be found in deserts.

Desert animals such as __________ are well-adapted to harsh conditions.

Match the following desert animals with their characteristics:

What is a primary threat to hot desert ecosystems?

The African desert lark is a bird that faces no significant threats to its survival.

What impact do increased severity of droughts have on native vegetation in African deserts?

The Egyptian gazelle is one of the animals that is threatened with __________ due to various ecological threats.

Match the following threats to their effects on hot desert ecosystems:

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