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Factors Influencing the Provision of Supporting Services

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge of the factors that influence the provision of supporting services in ecosystems.
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Which of the following is NOT a supporting service provided by ecosystems?

  1. Soil formation

  2. Nutrient cycling

  3. Pollination

  4. Water purification


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Pollination is a regulating service, not a supporting service.

What is the primary factor that influences the rate of soil formation?

  1. Climate

  2. Vegetation

  3. Parent material

  4. Topography


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The type of parent material (e.g., rock, sediment) determines the mineral composition and texture of the soil, which in turn affects the rate of soil formation.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences nutrient cycling in ecosystems?

  1. Decomposition

  2. Nitrogen fixation

  3. Fire

  4. Grazing


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Grazing is a factor that influences the transfer of nutrients between organisms, but it does not directly affect the cycling of nutrients within the ecosystem.

What is the primary factor that determines the distribution of pollinators in an ecosystem?

  1. Climate

  2. Habitat availability

  3. Food availability

  4. Competition


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The availability of suitable habitat (e.g., nesting sites, food sources) is the primary factor that determines the distribution of pollinators in an ecosystem.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the rate of water purification in ecosystems?

  1. Vegetation

  2. Soil type

  3. Climate

  4. Pollution


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pollution is a factor that can degrade water quality, but it does not directly influence the rate of water purification in ecosystems.

What is the primary factor that determines the rate of decomposition in ecosystems?

  1. Temperature

  2. Moisture

  3. Oxygen availability

  4. pH


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Temperature is the primary factor that determines the rate of decomposition in ecosystems, as it affects the activity of decomposer organisms.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the formation of soil structure?

  1. Plant roots

  2. Earthworms

  3. Climate

  4. Fire


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Fire is a factor that can destroy soil structure, but it does not directly influence the formation of soil structure.

What is the primary factor that determines the rate of nutrient uptake by plants?

  1. Soil pH

  2. Soil moisture

  3. Nutrient availability

  4. Temperature


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The availability of nutrients in the soil is the primary factor that determines the rate of nutrient uptake by plants.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the rate of water infiltration into soil?

  1. Soil texture

  2. Soil structure

  3. Vegetation cover

  4. Climate


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate is a factor that can influence the amount of water that falls on an ecosystem, but it does not directly influence the rate of water infiltration into soil.

What is the primary factor that determines the rate of carbon sequestration in ecosystems?

  1. Plant growth

  2. Soil type

  3. Climate

  4. Fire


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The rate of plant growth is the primary factor that determines the rate of carbon sequestration in ecosystems, as plants absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and convert it into biomass.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the formation of wetlands?

  1. Flooding

  2. Poor drainage

  3. Vegetation

  4. Climate


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate is a factor that can influence the amount of precipitation an ecosystem receives, but it does not directly influence the formation of wetlands.

What is the primary factor that determines the rate of primary production in ecosystems?

  1. Sunlight

  2. Water availability

  3. Nutrient availability

  4. Temperature


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sunlight is the primary factor that determines the rate of primary production in ecosystems, as it provides the energy that plants need to photosynthesize.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the distribution of plant species in an ecosystem?

  1. Climate

  2. Soil type

  3. Competition

  4. Herbivory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Herbivory is a factor that can influence the abundance of plant species in an ecosystem, but it does not directly influence the distribution of plant species.

What is the primary factor that determines the rate of decomposition of organic matter in ecosystems?

  1. Temperature

  2. Moisture

  3. Oxygen availability

  4. pH


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Temperature is the primary factor that determines the rate of decomposition of organic matter in ecosystems, as it affects the activity of decomposer organisms.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the formation of soil horizons?

  1. Climate

  2. Vegetation

  3. Parent material

  4. Time


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Time is a factor that influences the development of soil horizons, but it does not directly influence the formation of soil horizons.

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