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Examples of Provisioning Services: Food, Water, Timber, and Fiber

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge on the examples of provisioning services, which are the products obtained from ecosystems that directly benefit humans.
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a provisioning service?

  1. Food

  2. Water

  3. Timber

  4. Biodiversity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Biodiversity is not a provisioning service, as it does not directly benefit humans in the same way that food, water, timber, and fiber do.

Which of the following is the primary source of food for humans?

  1. Plants

  2. Animals

  3. Fungi

  4. Bacteria


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Plants are the primary source of food for humans, as they provide the majority of the calories and nutrients that we need to survive.

Which of the following is NOT a type of plant that is commonly used for food?

  1. Wheat

  2. Rice

  3. Corn

  4. Cotton


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cotton is not a type of plant that is commonly used for food, as it is primarily used for the production of fiber.

Which of the following is the primary source of water for humans?

  1. Surface water

  2. Groundwater

  3. Rainwater

  4. Desalinated water


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Surface water, such as rivers, lakes, and streams, is the primary source of water for humans, as it is easily accessible and can be treated to remove impurities.

Which of the following is NOT a type of surface water?

  1. Rivers

  2. Lakes

  3. Streams

  4. Oceans


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Oceans are not a type of surface water, as they are too large and salty to be used for drinking or irrigation.

Which of the following is the primary source of timber for humans?

  1. Trees

  2. Shrubs

  3. Vines

  4. Grasses


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Trees are the primary source of timber for humans, as they provide the majority of the wood that is used for construction, furniture, and other purposes.

Which of the following is NOT a type of tree that is commonly used for timber?

  1. Pine

  2. Oak

  3. Maple

  4. Palm


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Palm trees are not commonly used for timber, as their wood is not as strong or durable as the wood from other types of trees.

Which of the following is the primary source of fiber for humans?

  1. Plants

  2. Animals

  3. Fungi

  4. Bacteria


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Plants are the primary source of fiber for humans, as they provide the majority of the fibers that are used for clothing, paper, and other purposes.

Which of the following is NOT a type of plant that is commonly used for fiber?

  1. Cotton

  2. Linen

  3. Hemp

  4. Jute


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jute is not a type of plant that is commonly used for fiber, as it is not as strong or durable as the fibers from other types of plants.

Which of the following is NOT an example of a provisioning service that is essential for human survival?

  1. Food

  2. Water

  3. Timber

  4. Oxygen


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Oxygen is not a provisioning service, as it is not a product that is obtained from ecosystems. It is a gas that is essential for human survival, but it is not something that can be directly harvested or used.

Which of the following is an example of a provisioning service that is important for human well-being?

  1. Food

  2. Water

  3. Timber

  4. Recreation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Recreation is an example of a provisioning service that is important for human well-being, as it provides opportunities for people to relax, enjoy nature, and improve their physical and mental health.

Which of the following is an example of a provisioning service that is important for economic development?

  1. Food

  2. Water

  3. Timber

  4. Energy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Energy is an example of a provisioning service that is important for economic development, as it is essential for powering industries, transportation, and other economic activities.

Which of the following is an example of a provisioning service that is important for cultural identity?

  1. Food

  2. Water

  3. Timber

  4. Traditional medicines


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Traditional medicines are an example of a provisioning service that is important for cultural identity, as they are often used by indigenous peoples to treat illnesses and maintain their cultural traditions.

Which of the following is an example of a provisioning service that is important for biodiversity conservation?

  1. Food

  2. Water

  3. Timber

  4. Habitat


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Habitat is an example of a provisioning service that is important for biodiversity conservation, as it provides the space and resources that plants and animals need to survive.

Which of the following is an example of a provisioning service that is important for climate regulation?

  1. Food

  2. Water

  3. Timber

  4. Carbon sequestration


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Carbon sequestration is an example of a provisioning service that is important for climate regulation, as it helps to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and reduce the effects of climate change.

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