30 Questions
What is the underlying reason behind habitat alteration and encroachment?
Socio-economic factors
What term is used to refer to indigenous peoples in the 1987 Philippine Constitution?
Indigenous cultural communities
What is the consequence of economic development on ecosystem people?
Conversion into biosphere people
What is the result of human introduction of species to a new environment?
Examples include marine toads and Psyllids
What is a characteristic of ecosystem people?
They are adapted to their local ecosystem
What is the impact of economic development on productivity?
Short-term productivity
What was the primary purpose of animals in zoos in the past?
For educational displays and taxonomic studies
What is the main goal of ex situ conservation in zoos?
To prevent species from becoming extinct when their populations are perilously low
Which of the following is NOT a field of study available in modern zoos?
Ecological engineering
What is the general population threshold below which vertebrate species would require close cooperation between field conservationists and captive breeding specialists?
1,000 individuals
What is the primary purpose of reintroducing species in their natural habitat?
To conserve endangered species
Which of the following species is NOT mentioned as an example of endangered species being conserved in zoos?
African Elephant
What is the primary focus of the Simian Conservation and Breeding Center?
Breeding Philippine Monkeys
What is the main goal of the Botanic Gardens' activities?
Conserving and preserving biodiversity
Where is the Philippine Raptor Conservation Program located?
Makiling Botanic Gardens, UPLB
What is the purpose of maintaining specimen collections in the Botanic Gardens?
To study and record plant species for research
What is the focus of the Tamaraw Conservation Project?
Conserving Tamaraws
What is the purpose of preserving rare or endangered species in the Botanic Gardens?
To reintroduce them into the wild or for habitat restoration
What is a major challenge in the development of new medicines?
Long time period from discovery to commercialization
What is the primary focus of the Convention on Biological Diversity?
Protecting genetic resources and national sovereignty
Which of the following is a potential issue with biodiversity prospecting?
It may not guarantee economic growth
What is a potential source of funding for biodiversity conservation?
Seed sales tax
What is the potential impact of crop biotech advancements on global agriculture?
Dramatic, with significant socio-economic implications
What is a potential benefit of ecotourism in terms of biodiversity conservation?
Providing immediate funding for biodiversity conservation
What is a primary function of seed banks in the Philippines?
Serving as resource centers for conservation, research, and development
What is the main advantage of seed storage?
Cost-effectiveness for samples
What percentage of the world's flora possess recalcitrant seeds?
15%
Which of the following institutions is involved in seed conservation?
International Rice Research Institute (IRRI)
What is a challenge of seed storage?
Requirement for periodic seed regeneration
What type of seed is difficult to store due to sensitivity in temperature and humidity?
Recalcitrant seeds
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