Examples of Supporting Services in Different Ecosystems
| Description: Test your knowledge on the diverse range of supporting services provided by ecosystems across the globe. | |
| Number of Questions: 15 | |
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| Tags: ecosystem services supporting services ecology environment |
Which of the following is NOT a supporting service provided by ecosystems?
The process by which water moves through the Earth and atmosphere is known as:
Which ecosystem service is responsible for the breakdown of organic matter and the release of nutrients back into the environment?
The process by which plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen during photosynthesis is known as:
Which ecosystem service is responsible for the formation and maintenance of soil?
The process by which plants and animals interact to create a mutually beneficial relationship is known as:
Which ecosystem service is responsible for the regulation of the Earth's temperature?
The process by which water is cleaned and purified as it passes through soil and rock is known as:
Which ecosystem service is responsible for the transfer of pollen from one flower to another, enabling fertilization and reproduction?
The process by which nutrients are cycled through the ecosystem, from the environment to organisms and back, is known as:
Which ecosystem service is responsible for the breakdown of dead plant and animal matter, releasing nutrients back into the environment?
The process by which plants and animals adapt to their environment over time is known as:
Which ecosystem service is responsible for the regulation of the Earth's atmosphere, including the composition of gases and the removal of pollutants?
The process by which seeds are dispersed from one location to another, enabling the spread of plant species, is known as:
Which ecosystem service is responsible for the provision of habitat and shelter for plants and animals?