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The Role of Ecosystem Services in Human Well-being

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Which of the following is NOT an example of an ecosystem service?

  1. Pollination of crops

  2. Purification of water

  3. Climate regulation

  4. Production of food

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Production of food is not an ecosystem service, as it is a direct result of human activity.

Which of the following is an example of a provisioning ecosystem service?

  1. Pollination of crops

  2. Purification of water

  3. Climate regulation

  4. Recreation

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pollination of crops is an example of a provisioning ecosystem service, as it provides a direct benefit to humans in the form of food.

Which of the following is an example of a regulating ecosystem service?

  1. Pollination of crops

  2. Purification of water

  3. Climate regulation

  4. Recreation

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Climate regulation is an example of a regulating ecosystem service, as it helps to maintain the stability of the Earth's climate.

Which of the following is an example of a cultural ecosystem service?

  1. Pollination of crops

  2. Purification of water

  3. Climate regulation

  4. Recreation

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Recreation is an example of a cultural ecosystem service, as it provides a non-material benefit to humans in the form of enjoyment and relaxation.

Which of the following is a benefit of ecosystem services to human health?

  1. Reduced risk of disease

  2. Improved air quality

  3. Increased physical activity

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ecosystem services can provide a number of benefits to human health, including reduced risk of disease, improved air quality, and increased physical activity.

Which of the following is a benefit of ecosystem services to the economy?

  1. Increased agricultural productivity

  2. Reduced costs of water treatment

  3. Increased tourism revenue

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ecosystem services can provide a number of benefits to the economy, including increased agricultural productivity, reduced costs of water treatment, and increased tourism revenue.

Which of the following is a threat to ecosystem services?

  1. Climate change

  2. Pollution

  3. Habitat loss

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change, pollution, and habitat loss are all threats to ecosystem services.

What can be done to protect ecosystem services?

  1. Reduce our carbon footprint

  2. Reduce our consumption of resources

  3. Protect and restore natural habitats

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

We can protect ecosystem services by reducing our carbon footprint, reducing our consumption of resources, and protecting and restoring natural habitats.

Why is it important to protect ecosystem services?

  1. Ecosystem services are essential for human well-being

  2. Ecosystem services are essential for the survival of other species

  3. Ecosystem services help to regulate the Earth's climate

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ecosystem services are essential for human well-being, the survival of other species, and the regulation of the Earth's climate.

What is the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment?

  1. A global assessment of the state of ecosystem services

  2. A global assessment of the impact of climate change on ecosystems

  3. A global assessment of the impact of pollution on ecosystems

  4. A global assessment of the impact of habitat loss on ecosystems

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment is a global assessment of the state of ecosystem services.

What are the four main types of ecosystem services identified by the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment?

  1. Provisioning, regulating, cultural, and supporting services

  2. Provisioning, regulating, cultural, and economic services

  3. Provisioning, regulating, cultural, and social services

  4. Provisioning, regulating, cultural, and environmental services

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The four main types of ecosystem services identified by the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment are provisioning, regulating, cultural, and supporting services.

Which of the following is an example of a supporting ecosystem service?

  1. Pollination of crops

  2. Purification of water

  3. Climate regulation

  4. Soil formation

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Soil formation is an example of a supporting ecosystem service, as it provides the foundation for all other ecosystem services.

Which of the following is an example of a trade-off between ecosystem services?

  1. The conversion of forest to agriculture can lead to increased food production but decreased water quality

  2. The construction of a dam can provide flood control but also block fish migration

  3. The use of pesticides can increase crop yields but also harm beneficial insects

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of trade-offs between ecosystem services.

What is the concept of ecosystem resilience?

  1. The ability of an ecosystem to recover from disturbances

  2. The ability of an ecosystem to maintain its structure and function in the face of change

  3. The ability of an ecosystem to adapt to new conditions

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ecosystem resilience is the ability of an ecosystem to recover from disturbances, maintain its structure and function in the face of change, and adapt to new conditions.

What is the importance of ecosystem resilience?

  1. Ecosystem resilience helps to ensure the continued provision of ecosystem services

  2. Ecosystem resilience helps to protect biodiversity

  3. Ecosystem resilience helps to mitigate the impacts of climate change

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ecosystem resilience helps to ensure the continued provision of ecosystem services, protect biodiversity, and mitigate the impacts of climate change.

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