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Evolution and Conservation

Description: This quiz consists of questions related to the concepts of evolution and conservation.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of evolution?

  1. Natural Selection

  2. Genetic Drift

  3. Mutation

  4. Artificial Selection


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Artificial Selection is a human-driven process, while Natural Selection, Genetic Drift, and Mutation are natural processes.

What is the term for the process by which organisms become better adapted to their environment over time?

  1. Adaptation

  2. Evolution

  3. Natural Selection

  4. Genetic Drift


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Adaptation is the process by which organisms become better suited to their environment, while Evolution is the broader process that includes adaptation.

Which of the following is an example of a vestigial structure?

  1. Human appendix

  2. Snake legs

  3. Whale pelvic bones

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the options are examples of vestigial structures, which are remnants of structures that were once functional in an organism's ancestors.

What is the term for the process by which new species are formed?

  1. Speciation

  2. Natural Selection

  3. Genetic Drift

  4. Adaptation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Speciation is the process by which new species are formed, while Natural Selection, Genetic Drift, and Adaptation are processes that occur within species.

Which of the following is NOT a type of natural selection?

  1. Directional Selection

  2. Stabilizing Selection

  3. Disruptive Selection

  4. Artificial Selection


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Artificial Selection is a human-driven process, while Directional Selection, Stabilizing Selection, and Disruptive Selection are natural processes.

What is the term for the gradual change in the genetic composition of a population over time?

  1. Evolution

  2. Adaptation

  3. Genetic Drift

  4. Natural Selection


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Genetic Drift is the gradual change in the genetic composition of a population over time, while Evolution is the broader process that includes Genetic Drift.

Which of the following is an example of a keystone species?

  1. Sea otter

  2. African elephant

  3. Monarch butterfly

  4. Giant panda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sea otters are an example of a keystone species, as their presence has a disproportionately large impact on the ecosystem.

What is the term for the process by which humans modify the environment to suit their needs?

  1. Conservation

  2. Adaptation

  3. Habitat Destruction

  4. Natural Selection


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Habitat Destruction is the process by which humans modify the environment to suit their needs, often resulting in the loss of biodiversity.

Which of the following is NOT a type of conservation?

  1. In-situ Conservation

  2. Ex-situ Conservation

  3. Sustainable Development

  4. Habitat Destruction


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Habitat Destruction is not a type of conservation, but rather a threat to biodiversity.

What is the term for the loss of biodiversity?

  1. Extinction

  2. Habitat Destruction

  3. Climate Change

  4. Pollution


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Extinction is the loss of biodiversity, while Habitat Destruction, Climate Change, and Pollution are threats to biodiversity.

Which of the following is NOT a cause of biodiversity loss?

  1. Habitat Destruction

  2. Climate Change

  3. Pollution

  4. Natural Selection


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Natural Selection is not a cause of biodiversity loss, but rather a process that drives evolution.

What is the term for the process by which humans introduce non-native species into an ecosystem?

  1. Invasive Species Introduction

  2. Habitat Destruction

  3. Climate Change

  4. Pollution


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Invasive Species Introduction is the process by which humans introduce non-native species into an ecosystem, often with negative consequences.

Which of the following is NOT a type of invasive species?

  1. Kudzu

  2. Zebra mussel

  3. Monarch butterfly

  4. Giant panda


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Monarch butterfly is not a type of invasive species, but rather a native species in many regions.

What is the term for the process by which humans restore degraded ecosystems?

  1. Ecological Restoration

  2. Habitat Destruction

  3. Climate Change

  4. Pollution


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ecological Restoration is the process by which humans restore degraded ecosystems, often with the goal of improving biodiversity.

Which of the following is NOT a type of ecological restoration?

  1. Reforestation

  2. Wetland Restoration

  3. Habitat Destruction

  4. Coral Reef Restoration


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Habitat Destruction is not a type of ecological restoration, but rather a threat to biodiversity.

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