Vulnerable Species and Conservation Status
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What term is used to describe species that are not currently endangered but are in danger due to small populations?

  • Indeterminate
  • Rare (correct)
  • Vulnerable
  • Threatened

    • Which species is referred to as the Philippine Dwarf Kingfisher?

  • Ceyx Melanurus (correct)
  • Cynocephalus Volans
  • Eurylaimus Samariensis
  • Acerodon Leucotis

    • Which term refers to species that are currently secure due to effective conservation measures?

  • Vulnerable
  • Out of Danger (correct)
  • Threatened
  • Endemic

    • What distinguishes an endemic species?

    <p>They are unique to a specific population or location.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which species is classified as indeterminate due to insufficient data?

    <p>Cynocephalus Volans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a direct consequence of habitat loss in endemic species?

    <p>Decreased genetic diversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'threatened' encompass in the context of conservation?

    <p>Species either endangered, vulnerable, or rare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which island is not mentioned as home to threatened species in the Philippines?

    <p>Borneo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary threat to the species mentioned in the content?

    <p>Habitat loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which species is localized only to the Philippines among those mentioned?

    <p>Kalinga narrowmouth toad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many different plant species are estimated to exist in the Philippines?

    <p>10,000 to 14,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following species is identified as critically endangered?

    <p>Phalaenopsis lindenii</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which genus does the Palawan flycatcher belong to?

    <p>Muscicapidae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which species mentioned is recognized as the only representative of its genus?

    <p>Urogale everetti</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of forests does the Philippine flat-headed frog primarily inhabit?

    <p>Tropical moist lowland forests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The species Kibatalia puberula is classified under which family?

    <p>Muridae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary composition of coal?

    <p>Carbon and other minerals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which practice helps to minimize flooding and decrease runoff?

    <p>Sound forestry and farming techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines rehabilitation needs in population shifts?

    <p>Rehabilitation should be done in groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of neglecting water conservation?

    <p>Future water scarcity for generations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of ethics emphasizes the inevitability of development in any sector?

    <p>Development ethics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which manner can human pain from population shifts be described?

    <p>Difficult to express in words or measure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What environmental benefit does rainwater harvesting provide?

    <p>Conserves and manages water resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used to describe the interconnected subsystems within the Earth's system?

    <p>Biosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area in the Philippines typically sees the least rainfall?

    <p>Cotabato</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements correctly describes the Earth as an open system?

    <p>Energy enters the system from external sources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what sense is the Earth categorized as a closed system?

    <p>Its physical resources are limited and fixed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of plants in the context of Earth's environmental systems?

    <p>To provide energy through photosynthesis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is NOT mentioned as a component necessary for life in the biosphere?

    <p>Carbon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do air and water interact within the Earth's biosphere?

    <p>Air helps clean water which sustains living organisms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining characteristic of an open system?

    <p>Inputs and outputs of energy and matter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly contrasts open and closed systems in terms of energy?

    <p>Closed systems do not receive energy from external sources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process involves heating organic material in the absence of oxygen?

    <p>Pyrolysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of mineral resources are metallic according to the given data?

    <p>37%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is classified as a non-renewable resource?

    <p>Natural gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an ore?

    <p>A mineral deposit that contains a significant amount of at least one metallic element</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are significant contributors to energy production among non-renewable resources?

    <p>Coal, oil, and natural gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for naturally occurring concentrations of a free element or compound in solid form?

    <p>Mineral deposit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is categorized as a non-metallic mineral?

    <p>Asbestos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process separates components of a liquid mixture based on their boiling points?

    <p>Distillation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Vulnerable Species and Conservation Status

    • Endangered Species - are at high risk of extinction in the wild
    • Vulnerable Species - are at risk of becoming endangered in the near future
    • Rare Species - populations are small and not currently considered endangered but face threats
    • Threatened Species - belong to endangered, vulnerable, or uncommon categories
    • Out of Danger - populations are secure due to successful conservation efforts
    • Indeterminate - species are suspected to fall within one of the above categories but lack enough data
    • Endemic Species - found only in a specific geographical location

    Important Endemic Species in the Philippines

    • Palawan Fruit Bat (Acerodon leucotis) - vulnerable, threatened by habitat loss and hunting
    • Samar Squirrel (Sundasciurus samaraensis) - threatened by habitat loss
    • Visayan Broadbill (Eurylaimus samaraensis) - threatened by habitat loss and habitat degradation
    • Palawan Flycatcher (Barboula busuangensis) - vulnerable, threatened by habitat loss
    • Philippine Flat-headed Frog (Bombinattoridae) - vulnerable, population between 6,000 and 15,000
    • Kalinga Narrowmouth Toad (Kalooula kalingensis) - found only in the Philippines
    • Mindanao Treeshrew (Urogale everetti) - sole representative of its genus, found in other South Asian nations
    • Mindoro Black Rat (Rattus mindorensis) - endemic to the Philippines
    • Philippine Flying Lemur (Cynocephalus volans) - only member of the Cynocephalus genus

    Endangered Flora and Fauna

    • Mangifera odorata (Huani Mango) - endemic to the Philippines, found on Samar Island
    • Phalaenopsis lindenii (Orchid) - white petals with pink or purple hues

    Plant Biodiversity in the Philippines

    • 10,000-14,000 plant species - found in the Philippines, contributing to the region’s biodiversity

    Mineral Resources in the Philippines

    • Metallic Minerals - cadmium, cobalt, gold, iron, mercury, palladium, uranium, chromium, copper, lead, manganese, nickel, silver, zinc
    • Non-Metallic Minerals - asbestos, dolomite, gypsum, phosphate, talc, cement raw material, feldspar, marble, sulfur
    • Mineral Deposits - naturally occurring concentration of elements or compounds in solid form
    • Ores - mineral deposits containing a significant amount of metallic elements
    • 30 billion metric tons of mineral resources - 37% metallic, 63% non-metallic

    Energy Resources in the Philippines

    • Fossil Fuels (Conventional Fuels) - petroleum, coal, fossilized liquid carbon
    • Biofuels - created through photosynthesis, can be burned directly as a fuel source or transformed into liquid or gaseous fuels through distillation or pyrolysis
    • Distillation - separation of liquid mixture components based on boiling points
    • Pyrolysis - heat-induced decomposition of organic material without oxygen

    Issues with Rehabilitation

    • Restitutional - compensatory land
    • Rehabilitation - needs to be done in groups
    • Financial Compensation - monetary compensation
    • Mismanagement & Ineffective Public Relations - hindrances to successful rehabilitation

    Environmental Ethics

    • Development Ethics - recognizes the inevitability of development but emphasizes the need for sustainable approaches that avoid environmental damage
    • Environmental Ethics - emphasizes the interconnectedness of humans and nature, recognizing the importance of all parts of the natural world

    Water Conservation

    • 956 to 4,064 millimeters of rain annually - rainfall average in the Philippines
    • Important to save water - essential for all living organisms
    • Water Issues - increasing population demands, urbanization

    Water Conservation Techniques

    • Sustainable forestry and farming techniques - reduce runoff and minimize flooding
    • Clearing forest and plowing on steep slopes - protection of watersheds
    • Wetland conservation - preservation of aquifer recharge zones and natural water storage capacity

    Earth as an Open System

    • Sun's radiant energy - external source of energy for Earth, making it an open system
    • Earth's physical components - limited and unchangeable by modern means, making it a dynamic system

    Earth as a Closed System

    • Limited physical substance and resources - Earth is a closed system in terms of matter
    • Radiant energy influx from the sun - influences Earth's dynamics

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