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Conservation Efforts: Protecting Our Planet's Biodiversity

Description: Conservation Efforts: Protecting Our Planet's Biodiversity
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What is the primary goal of conservation efforts?

  1. To increase the number of endangered species.

  2. To protect and preserve biodiversity.

  3. To exploit natural resources for economic gain.

  4. To reduce the impact of human activities on the environment.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Conservation efforts aim to protect and preserve the diversity of life on Earth, including species, ecosystems, and genetic diversity.

Which of the following is NOT a key threat to biodiversity?

  1. Habitat loss and fragmentation.

  2. Climate change.

  3. Pollution.

  4. Sustainable agriculture practices.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainable agriculture practices, such as organic farming and agroforestry, promote biodiversity by reducing the use of harmful chemicals and preserving natural habitats.

What is the term used to describe the process of reducing the impact of human activities on the environment?

  1. Conservation.

  2. Preservation.

  3. Restoration.

  4. Mitigation.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mitigation refers to actions taken to reduce the severity or negative impacts of human activities on the environment.

Which international agreement aims to protect biodiversity and ensure the sustainable use of natural resources?

  1. The Paris Agreement.

  2. The Kyoto Protocol.

  3. The Convention on Biological Diversity.

  4. The Montreal Protocol.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) is a legally binding international treaty that aims to conserve biodiversity, ensure the sustainable use of biological resources, and promote fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from the use of genetic resources.

What is the term used to describe the process of restoring degraded ecosystems to their natural state?

  1. Conservation.

  2. Preservation.

  3. Restoration.

  4. Mitigation.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Restoration refers to the process of repairing or returning a degraded ecosystem to its natural or former state.

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

  1. Establishing protected areas.

  2. Implementing sustainable land management practices.

  3. Promoting the use of renewable energy sources.

  4. Introducing non-native species to control pests.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Introducing non-native species to control pests can have unintended consequences, such as disrupting the natural ecosystem and causing harm to native species.

What is the term used to describe the process of protecting and managing a species to prevent it from becoming extinct?

  1. Conservation.

  2. Preservation.

  3. Restoration.

  4. Recovery.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Recovery refers to the process of protecting and managing a species to restore its population to a sustainable level and reduce the risk of extinction.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of biodiversity?

  1. It provides food, water, and other resources for human populations.

  2. It helps to regulate the climate and maintain air and water quality.

  3. It supports the tourism industry.

  4. It reduces the risk of natural disasters.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While biodiversity can contribute to reducing the impacts of natural disasters, it is not a direct benefit of biodiversity itself.

What is the term used to describe the process of protecting and managing a species to prevent it from becoming extinct?

  1. Conservation.

  2. Preservation.

  3. Restoration.

  4. Recovery.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Recovery refers to the process of protecting and managing a species to restore its population to a sustainable level and reduce the risk of extinction.

Which of the following is NOT a key component of sustainable development?

  1. Protecting the environment.

  2. Promoting economic growth.

  3. Reducing social inequality.

  4. Increasing consumption of natural resources.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainable development aims to balance economic growth with environmental protection and social equity, rather than increasing consumption of natural resources.

What is the term used to describe the process of protecting and managing a species to prevent it from becoming extinct?

  1. Conservation.

  2. Preservation.

  3. Restoration.

  4. Recovery.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Recovery refers to the process of protecting and managing a species to restore its population to a sustainable level and reduce the risk of extinction.

Which of the following is NOT a key component of sustainable development?

  1. Protecting the environment.

  2. Promoting economic growth.

  3. Reducing social inequality.

  4. Increasing consumption of natural resources.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainable development aims to balance economic growth with environmental protection and social equity, rather than increasing consumption of natural resources.

What is the term used to describe the process of protecting and managing a species to prevent it from becoming extinct?

  1. Conservation.

  2. Preservation.

  3. Restoration.

  4. Recovery.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Recovery refers to the process of protecting and managing a species to restore its population to a sustainable level and reduce the risk of extinction.

Which of the following is NOT a key component of sustainable development?

  1. Protecting the environment.

  2. Promoting economic growth.

  3. Reducing social inequality.

  4. Increasing consumption of natural resources.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainable development aims to balance economic growth with environmental protection and social equity, rather than increasing consumption of natural resources.

What is the term used to describe the process of protecting and managing a species to prevent it from becoming extinct?

  1. Conservation.

  2. Preservation.

  3. Restoration.

  4. Recovery.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Recovery refers to the process of protecting and managing a species to restore its population to a sustainable level and reduce the risk of extinction.

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