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Urban Biogeography and Human-Modified Landscapes

Description: Urban Biogeography and Human-Modified Landscapes Quiz
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What is the study of the distribution and abundance of organisms in urban areas called?

  1. Urban Biogeography

  2. Urban Ecology

  3. Urban Planning

  4. Urban Sociology


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Urban Biogeography is the study of the distribution and abundance of organisms in urban areas.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of urban areas?

  1. High population density

  2. Large amounts of impervious surfaces

  3. Increased air pollution

  4. Increased biodiversity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Urban areas typically have lower biodiversity compared to natural areas due to habitat loss and fragmentation.

What is the term used to describe the process by which natural areas are converted to urban areas?

  1. Urbanization

  2. Suburbanization

  3. Gentrification

  4. Sprawl


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Urbanization is the process by which natural areas are converted to urban areas.

Which of the following is NOT a negative consequence of urbanization on biodiversity?

  1. Habitat loss and fragmentation

  2. Increased pollution

  3. Increased competition for resources

  4. Increased genetic diversity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Urbanization typically leads to a decrease in genetic diversity due to habitat loss and fragmentation.

What is the term used to describe the movement of species from rural to urban areas?

  1. Urbanization

  2. Suburbanization

  3. Gentrification

  4. Synurbanization


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Synurbanization is the movement of species from rural to urban areas.

Which of the following is NOT an example of a synurban species?

  1. House sparrow

  2. Pigeon

  3. Coyote

  4. White-tailed deer


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

White-tailed deer are not typically considered synurban species as they are more commonly found in rural areas.

What is the term used to describe the process by which urban areas become more like natural areas?

  1. Rewilding

  2. Renaturalization

  3. Restoration

  4. Rehabilitation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rewilding is the process by which urban areas become more like natural areas.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of rewilding urban areas?

  1. Increased biodiversity

  2. Improved air and water quality

  3. Reduced flooding

  4. Increased crime rates


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rewilding urban areas typically leads to a decrease in crime rates due to increased social cohesion and community engagement.

What is the term used to describe the study of the interactions between humans and the environment in urban areas?

  1. Urban Ecology

  2. Urban Environmental Science

  3. Urban Sustainability Science

  4. Urban Systems Science


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Urban Ecology is the study of the interactions between humans and the environment in urban areas.

Which of the following is NOT a challenge facing urban ecologists?

  1. Habitat loss and fragmentation

  2. Pollution

  3. Climate change

  4. Lack of funding


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Urban ecologists typically have access to a variety of funding sources, including government grants, foundation grants, and private donations.

What is the term used to describe the process by which urban areas become more sustainable?

  1. Urban Sustainability

  2. Urban Resilience

  3. Urban Regeneration

  4. Urban Transformation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Urban Sustainability is the process by which urban areas become more sustainable.

Which of the following is NOT a goal of urban sustainability?

  1. Reduced energy consumption

  2. Increased use of renewable energy

  3. Improved air and water quality

  4. Increased traffic congestion


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Urban sustainability typically aims to reduce traffic congestion by promoting public transportation, walking, and biking.

What is the term used to describe the process by which urban areas become more resilient to environmental and social challenges?

  1. Urban Resilience

  2. Urban Sustainability

  3. Urban Regeneration

  4. Urban Transformation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Urban Resilience is the process by which urban areas become more resilient to environmental and social challenges.

Which of the following is NOT a strategy for increasing urban resilience?

  1. Investing in green infrastructure

  2. Promoting social cohesion

  3. Reducing economic inequality

  4. Increasing sprawl


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Urban sprawl typically reduces urban resilience by increasing the city's vulnerability to environmental and social challenges.

What is the term used to describe the process by which urban areas are transformed into more sustainable and resilient places?

  1. Urban Transformation

  2. Urban Sustainability

  3. Urban Resilience

  4. Urban Regeneration


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Urban Transformation is the process by which urban areas are transformed into more sustainable and resilient places.

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