Question 1

What is a major effect of deforestation on biodiversity?

Accepted Answer

Loss of habitat for many species

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Increase in soil nutrients

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Enhancement of wildlife populations

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Decrease in carbon dioxide levels

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a positive anthropogenic effect on ecosystems?

Accepted Answer

Establishing protected areas for wildlife

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Urban sprawl causing habitat loss

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Pollution from industrial waste

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Overfishing in marine ecosystems

Question 3

What is the impact of invasive species on native ecosystems?

Accepted Answer

They can outcompete native species for resources

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They create new habitats for native species

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They always increase biodiversity

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They have no effect on native species

Question 4

What is one consequence of climate change on ecosystems?

Accepted Answer

Altered migration patterns of species

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Stabilization of ocean currents

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Increased soil fertility

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Decreased frequency of natural disasters

Question 5

How does pollution affect aquatic ecosystems?

Accepted Answer

It contaminates water sources and harms aquatic life

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It enhances fish populations

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It stabilizes chemical balances in water

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It improves water clarity

Question 6

What role do keystone species play in an ecosystem?

Accepted Answer

They significantly impact the structure and diversity of their ecosystem

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They have no specific role

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They are always the largest species in the ecosystem

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They only compete for resources

Question 7

What is a major cause of coral reef degradation?

Accepted Answer

Ocean acidification due to increased carbon dioxide

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Increased sunlight penetration

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Higher fish populations

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Colder ocean temperatures

Question 8

What is a consequence of urbanization on local wildlife?

Accepted Answer

Habitat fragmentation

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Better access to food sources

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Improved migration routes

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Increase in biodiversity

Question 9

What impact does overfishing have on marine ecosystems?

Accepted Answer

It leads to the decline of fish populations and disrupts food webs

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It boosts coral reef growth

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It increases the fish population

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It enhances marine biodiversity

Question 10

How do wetlands benefit biodiversity?

Accepted Answer

They provide critical habitat for many species

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They reduce soil erosion

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They have no significant impact on wildlife

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They produce more pollutants

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