Middle School Life Science : Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems

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Example Question #1 : Describe How Humans Can Help Maintain Biodiversity

What is Biodiversity?

Possible Answers:

the biological diversity in an environment as indicated by numbers of the same species of plants and animals

the biological diversity in an environment as indicated by numbers of different species of plants and animals. 

the biological diversity in an environment as indicated by numbers of plants

the biological diversity in an environment as indicated by numbers of different species of animals

Correct answer:

the biological diversity in an environment as indicated by numbers of different species of plants and animals. 

Explanation:

Biodiversity is the biological diversity in an environment as indicated by numbers of different species of plants and animals.

Maintaining biodiversity is beneficial for the environment but also for humans who rely on it for survival. Biodiversity provides billions of dollars’ worth of resources, which we call ecosystem services A few of the ways humans can help maintain biodiversity are by: Restoring habitats, limiting the spread of invasive species, using energy efficiently, passing laws that protect ecosystems, conducting research, slowing climate change, and using products that are environmentally sustainable.

Example Question #2 : Describe How Humans Can Help Maintain Biodiversity

Which of these is NOT a way humans can help maintain biodiversity?

Possible Answers:

overfishing

invasive species management

sustainable practices

reforestation

Correct answer:

overfishing

Explanation:

The answer is "overfishing."
Biodiversity is the biological diversity in an environment as indicated by numbers of different species of plants and animals. Maintaining biodiversity is beneficial for the environment but also for humans who rely on it for survival. Biodiversity provides billions of dollars’ worth of resources, which we call ecosystem services A few of the ways humans can help maintain biodiversity are by: Restoring habitats, limiting the spread of invasive species, using energy efficiently, passing laws that protect ecosystems, conducting research, slowing climate change, and using products that are environmentally sustainable.

Example Question #3 : Describe How Humans Can Help Maintain Biodiversity

Which of these is a reason humans should maintain biodiversity?

Possible Answers:

healthy food and clean water

all of these

ecosystem services

economic value

Correct answer:

all of these

Explanation:

The answer is "all of these." Biodiversity is the biological diversity in an environment as indicated by numbers of different species of plants and animals. Maintaining biodiversity is beneficial for the environment but also for humans who rely on it for survival. Biodiversity provides billions of dollars’ worth of resources, which we call ecosystem services A few of the ways humans can help maintain biodiversity are by: Restoring habitats, limiting the spread of invasive species, using energy efficiently, passing laws that protect ecosystems, conducting research, slowing climate change, and using products that are environmentally sustainable.

Example Question #4 : Describe How Humans Can Help Maintain Biodiversity

What are ecosystem services?

Possible Answers:

anything humans do that benefit ecosystems

resources humans use that are provided by ecosystems

services or jobs that people have to help maintain biodiversity

resources humans use that are not provided by ecosystems

Correct answer:

resources humans use that are provided by ecosystems

Explanation:

The answer is "resources humans use that are provided by ecosystems"
Biodiversity is the biological diversity in an environment as indicated by numbers of different species of plants and animals. Maintaining biodiversity is beneficial for the environment but also for humans who rely on it for survival. Biodiversity provides billions of dollars’ worth of resources, which we call ecosystem services A few of the ways humans can help maintain biodiversity are by: Restoring habitats, limiting the spread of invasive species, using energy efficiently, passing laws that protect ecosystems, conducting research, slowing climate change, and using products that are environmentally sustainable.

Example Question #5 : Describe How Humans Can Help Maintain Biodiversity

What is one way humans can help restore habitats? 

Possible Answers:

planting native grasses and flowers

hunting native species of animal and using all of the parts

planting new plants that are decorative and nice to look at

introducing a new animal to get rid of the bugs

Correct answer:

planting native grasses and flowers

Explanation:

The answer is planting native grasses and flowers because this is the only activity which helps the environment return to its natural state.

Biodiversity is the biological diversity in an environment as indicated by numbers of different species of plants and animals. Maintaining biodiversity is beneficial for the environment but also for humans who rely on it for survival. Biodiversity provides billions of dollars’ worth of resources, which we call ecosystem services A few of the ways humans can help maintain biodiversity are by: Restoring habitats, limiting the spread of invasive species, using energy efficiently, passing laws that protect ecosystems, conducting research, slowing climate change, and using products that are environmentally sustainable.

Example Question #6 : Describe How Humans Can Help Maintain Biodiversity

Which of the following is the most immediate and direct impact of deforestation?

Possible Answers:

industrialization and ozone depletion

eutrophication of surrounding bodies of water

loss of native biodiversity

climate change

Correct answer:

loss of native biodiversity

Explanation:

The answer is "loss of native biodiversity."

Biodiversity is the biological diversity in an environment as indicated by numbers of different species of plants and animals. Maintaining biodiversity is beneficial for the environment but also for humans who rely on it for survival. Biodiversity provides billions of dollars’ worth of resources, which we call ecosystem services A few of the ways humans can help maintain biodiversity are by: Restoring habitats, limiting the spread of invasive species, using energy efficiently, passing laws that protect ecosystems, conducting research, slowing climate change, and using products that are environmentally sustainable.

Example Question #7 : Describe How Humans Can Help Maintain Biodiversity

Planting a tree for every tree you cut down is an example of:

Possible Answers:

good conversation practice for nonrenewable natural resources

good conservation practice for renewable natural resources

environmental negligence

tragedy of the commons

Correct answer:

good conservation practice for renewable natural resources

Explanation:

The answer is "good conservation practice for renewable resources."

Biodiversity is the biological diversity in an environment as indicated by numbers of different species of plants and animals. Maintaining biodiversity is beneficial for the environment but also for humans who rely on it for survival. Biodiversity provides billions of dollars’ worth of resources, which we call ecosystem services A few of the ways humans can help maintain biodiversity are by: Restoring habitats, limiting the spread of invasive species, using energy efficiently, passing laws that protect ecosystems, conducting research, slowing climate change, and using products that are environmentally sustainable.

Example Question #8 : Describe How Humans Can Help Maintain Biodiversity

What is one environmental cost of industrialization?

Possible Answers:

increase in energy demands and use of fossil fuels

decrease in the amount of carbon emissions

advances in agricultural technology

decrease the need for finite natural resources

Correct answer:

increase in energy demands and use of fossil fuels

Explanation:

The answer is "increase in energy demands and use of fossil fuels."

Biodiversity is the biological diversity in an environment as indicated by numbers of different species of plants and animals. Maintaining biodiversity is beneficial for the environment but also for humans who rely on it for survival. Biodiversity provides billions of dollars’ worth of resources, which we call ecosystem services A few of the ways humans can help maintain biodiversity are by: Restoring habitats, limiting the spread of invasive species, using energy efficiently, passing laws that protect ecosystems, conducting research, slowing climate change, and using products that are environmentally sustainable.

Example Question #9 : Describe How Humans Can Help Maintain Biodiversity

Which factor would ecologists NOT consider when evaluating the impact of human activities on a particular ecosystem?

Possible Answers:

location of factories and neighborhoods

water quality

Ultraviolet light index

level of biodiversity

Correct answer:

Ultraviolet light index

Explanation:

The answer is "Ultraviolet light index." While the light from the sun IS an environmental factor, it is not affected by human activities.

Biodiversity is the biological diversity in an environment as indicated by numbers of different species of plants and animals. Maintaining biodiversity is beneficial for the environment but also for humans who rely on it for survival. Biodiversity provides billions of dollars’ worth of resources, which we call ecosystem services A few of the ways humans can help maintain biodiversity are by: Restoring habitats, limiting the spread of invasive species, using energy efficiently, passing laws that protect ecosystems, conducting research, slowing climate change, and using products that are environmentally sustainable.

Example Question #10 : Describe How Humans Can Help Maintain Biodiversity

A factory accidentally allows some of the runoff waste to enter a nearby river. The waste contains toxic chemicals like PCBs. How would this likely affect the fish in the river?

Possible Answers:

Some fish may be unfit to eat.

The carrying capacity for fish would increase in the river.

The temperature of the river would increase.

The population of fish would increase.

Correct answer:

Some fish may be unfit to eat.

Explanation:

The answer is "Some fish may be unfit to eat."

Biodiversity is the biological diversity in an environment as indicated by numbers of different species of plants and animals. Maintaining biodiversity is beneficial for the environment but also for humans who rely on it for survival. Biodiversity provides billions of dollars’ worth of resources, which we call ecosystem services A few of the ways humans can help maintain biodiversity are by: Restoring habitats, limiting the spread of invasive species, using energy efficiently, passing laws that protect ecosystems, conducting research, slowing climate change, and using products that are environmentally sustainable.

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