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Ecosystem Services and Biodiversity: Understanding the Benefits of Natural Systems

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Which of the following is NOT considered an ecosystem service?

  1. Water purification

  2. Climate regulation

  3. Food production

  4. Pollution absorption


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pollution absorption is not typically considered an ecosystem service, as it is not a direct benefit to humans.

Which of the following is NOT a component of biodiversity?

  1. Genetic diversity

  2. Species diversity

  3. Ecosystem diversity

  4. Cultural diversity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cultural diversity is not a component of biodiversity, as it refers to the diversity of human cultures and traditions.

What is the main cause of biodiversity loss?

  1. Habitat destruction

  2. Pollution

  3. Climate change

  4. Invasive species


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Habitat destruction is the leading cause of biodiversity loss, as it removes the natural habitats of species and makes it difficult for them to survive.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of biodiversity?

  1. Increased resilience to environmental changes

  2. Enhanced ecosystem productivity

  3. Improved human health and well-being

  4. Reduced risk of natural disasters


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Reduced risk of natural disasters is not a direct benefit of biodiversity, as it is not a direct result of the presence of diverse species.

What is the term used to describe the process by which humans benefit from ecosystem services?

  1. Ecosystem service utilization

  2. Ecosystem service exploitation

  3. Ecosystem service management

  4. Ecosystem service conservation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ecosystem service utilization refers to the process by which humans use and benefit from the services provided by ecosystems.

Which of the following is NOT an example of an ecosystem service provided by forests?

  1. Water filtration

  2. Carbon sequestration

  3. Soil erosion prevention

  4. Mineral extraction


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mineral extraction is not an ecosystem service provided by forests, as it does not directly benefit humans from the natural functioning of the forest ecosystem.

What is the term used to describe the interconnectedness and interdependence of species within an ecosystem?

  1. Biodiversity

  2. Ecosystem services

  3. Food web

  4. Symbiosis


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Food web refers to the interconnectedness and interdependence of species within an ecosystem, as it illustrates the feeding relationships and energy flow between different organisms.

Which of the following is NOT a threat to biodiversity?

  1. Habitat loss

  2. Pollution

  3. Climate change

  4. Sustainable agriculture


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainable agriculture is not a threat to biodiversity, as it aims to minimize negative impacts on the environment and promote the conservation of natural resources.

What is the term used to describe the process by which species adapt to changes in their environment?

  1. Evolution

  2. Adaptation

  3. Natural selection

  4. Genetic drift


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Adaptation refers to the process by which species adjust to changes in their environment, allowing them to survive and reproduce in new conditions.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of ecosystem services?

  1. Increased resilience to climate change

  2. Improved air and water quality

  3. Enhanced food security

  4. Increased risk of natural disasters


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Increased risk of natural disasters is not a benefit of ecosystem services, as it is not a direct result of the presence of healthy ecosystems.

What is the term used to describe the process by which humans manage and conserve natural resources?

  1. Ecosystem management

  2. Natural resource management

  3. Conservation biology

  4. Environmental science


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Natural resource management refers to the process by which humans manage and conserve natural resources, ensuring their sustainable use for future generations.

Which of the following is NOT an example of an ecosystem service provided by wetlands?

  1. Water filtration

  2. Flood control

  3. Habitat for wildlife

  4. Mineral extraction


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mineral extraction is not an ecosystem service provided by wetlands, as it does not directly benefit humans from the natural functioning of the wetland ecosystem.

What is the term used to describe the process by which humans modify and transform natural ecosystems?

  1. Ecosystem engineering

  2. Environmental engineering

  3. Land use change

  4. Habitat restoration


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Land use change refers to the process by which humans modify and transform natural ecosystems, often for agricultural, urban, or industrial purposes.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of biodiversity?

  1. Increased resilience to environmental changes

  2. Enhanced ecosystem productivity

  3. Improved human health and well-being

  4. Reduced risk of natural disasters


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Reduced risk of natural disasters is not a direct benefit of biodiversity, as it is not a direct result of the presence of diverse species.

What is the term used to describe the process by which humans benefit from ecosystem services?

  1. Ecosystem service utilization

  2. Ecosystem service exploitation

  3. Ecosystem service management

  4. Ecosystem service conservation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ecosystem service utilization refers to the process by which humans use and benefit from the services provided by ecosystems.

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