Biodiversity Quiz

Description: Biodiversity Quiz: Test your knowledge about the variety of life on Earth.
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What is the term used to describe the diversity of life on Earth, including all species, ecosystems, and genetic variation?

  1. Biodiversity

  2. Ecosystem diversity

  3. Genetic diversity

  4. Species diversity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Biodiversity encompasses the variety of life on Earth, including all species, ecosystems, and genetic variation.

Which of the following is NOT a major type of biodiversity?

  1. Ecosystem diversity

  2. Species diversity

  3. Genetic diversity

  4. Habitat diversity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Habitat diversity is not a major type of biodiversity. The three major types of biodiversity are ecosystem diversity, species diversity, and genetic diversity.

What is the term used to describe the loss of biodiversity?

  1. Deforestation

  2. Pollution

  3. Climate change

  4. Extinction


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Extinction is the term used to describe the loss of biodiversity. It occurs when a species is no longer able to survive and reproduce in its environment.

Which of the following is NOT a major cause of biodiversity loss?

  1. Habitat destruction

  2. Pollution

  3. Climate change

  4. Natural selection


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Natural selection is not a major cause of biodiversity loss. The three major causes of biodiversity loss are habitat destruction, pollution, and climate change.

What is the term used to describe the process of introducing a non-native species into an ecosystem?

  1. Invasive species

  2. Endangered species

  3. Extinct species

  4. Native species


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Invasive species is the term used to describe the process of introducing a non-native species into an ecosystem.

Which of the following is NOT an example of an invasive species?

  1. Kudzu

  2. Zebra mussels

  3. Asian carp

  4. Monarch butterfly


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Monarch butterfly is not an example of an invasive species. Kudzu, zebra mussels, and Asian carp are all examples of invasive species.

What is the term used to describe a species that is at risk of extinction?

  1. Endangered species

  2. Threatened species

  3. Vulnerable species

  4. Extinct species


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Endangered species is the term used to describe a species that is at risk of extinction.

Which of the following is NOT an example of an endangered species?

  1. Giant panda

  2. Blue whale

  3. African elephant

  4. Bald eagle


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bald eagle is not an example of an endangered species. Giant panda, blue whale, and African elephant are all examples of endangered species.

What is the term used to describe a species that is no longer in existence?

  1. Endangered species

  2. Threatened species

  3. Vulnerable species

  4. Extinct species


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Extinct species is the term used to describe a species that is no longer in existence.

Which of the following is NOT an example of an extinct species?

  1. Dodo bird

  2. Passenger pigeon

  3. Thylacine

  4. Steller's sea cow


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Steller's sea cow is not an example of an extinct species. Dodo bird, passenger pigeon, and thylacine are all examples of extinct species.

What is the term used to describe the process of protecting and restoring biodiversity?

  1. Conservation

  2. Preservation

  3. Restoration

  4. Sustainability


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Conservation is the term used to describe the process of protecting and restoring biodiversity.

Which of the following is NOT an example of a conservation effort?

  1. Creating protected areas

  2. Reducing pollution

  3. Promoting sustainable agriculture

  4. Introducing invasive species


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Introducing invasive species is not an example of a conservation effort. Creating protected areas, reducing pollution, and promoting sustainable agriculture are all examples of conservation efforts.

What is the term used to describe the sustainable use of natural resources?

  1. Conservation

  2. Preservation

  3. Restoration

  4. Sustainability


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainability is the term used to describe the sustainable use of natural resources.

Which of the following is NOT an example of a sustainable practice?

  1. Using renewable energy sources

  2. Reducing waste

  3. Recycling

  4. Deforestation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Deforestation is not an example of a sustainable practice. Using renewable energy sources, reducing waste, and recycling are all examples of sustainable practices.

What is the term used to describe the interconnectedness of all living things?

  1. Biodiversity

  2. Ecosystem diversity

  3. Genetic diversity

  4. Species diversity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Biodiversity is the term used to describe the interconnectedness of all living things.

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