- 1. Environmental conservation refers to the practice of protecting the natural environment for present and future generations. It involves the sustainable use and management of resources, minimizing waste and pollution, preserving ecosystems and biodiversity, and promoting awareness and action to address environmental issues. Conservation efforts can include initiatives such as recycling, energy efficiency, habitat restoration, wildlife protection, and sustainable agriculture. By prioritizing environmental conservation, we can help ensure a healthy planet and a better quality of life for all living beings.
Which of the following is a greenhouse gas?
A) Argon
B) Nitrogen
C) Carbon dioxide
D) Oxygen
- 2. What is the most efficient way to reduce plastic pollution?
A) Using more plastic products
B) Banning all plastics
C) Recycling all plastic waste
D) Reducing single-use plastics
- 3. Which international agreement aims to combat climate change?
A) Stockholm Convention
B) Paris Agreement
C) Kyoto Protocol
D) Montreal Protocol
- 4. Which renewable energy source harnesses the power of the sun?
A) Geothermal energy
B) Hydropower
C) Wind energy
D) Solar energy
- 5. In biodiversity conservation, what does the term 'keystone species' refer to?
A) Invasive species
B) Endangered species
C) Extinct species
D) A species that has a disproportionately large effect on its environment
- 6. What is the process of converting waste materials into new materials and objects called?
A) Incineration
B) Waste disposal
C) Recycling
D) Landfill disposal
- 7. Which conservation practice involves restoring degraded ecosystems to their original state?
A) Ecological restoration
B) Carbon offsetting
C) Conservation farming
D) Afforestation
- 8. What is the term for the variety and variability of living organisms in a specific habitat?
A) Biodiversity
B) Habitat conservation
C) Population dynamics
D) Species extinction
- 9. Which of the following is a sustainable farming method that preserves soil health?
A) Excessive tilling
B) Chemical fertilizer use
C) Monoculture farming
D) Crop rotation
- 10. What is the primary purpose of a marine protected area (MPA)?
A) To extract minerals from the seabed
B) To facilitate oil drilling
C) To promote commercial fishing
D) To conserve marine ecosystems and biodiversity
- 11. How does the loss of biodiversity affect ecosystems?
A) Enhances species adaptability
B) Reduces ecosystem resilience and stability
C) Improves nutrient cycling
D) Increases ecosystem productivity
- 12. Which of the following is not a renewable energy source?
A) Wind
B) Coal
C) Hydroelectric
D) Solar
- 13. What is the purpose of the Montreal Protocol?
A) Protecting the ozone layer
B) Mining natural resources
C) Promoting deforestation
D) Increasing pollution
- 14. What can individuals do to reduce their carbon footprint?
A) Leave lights on when not at home
B) Drive alone in a car
C) Use public transportation
D) Use disposable plastic bags
- 15. What is a major threat to coral reefs?
A) Reducing coastal development
B) Ocean acidification
C) Implementing marine protected areas
D) Increasing fish populations
- 16. What is the correct term for the increase in Earth's average temperature due to the release of greenhouse gases?
A) Polar vortex
B) Ice age
C) Heat wave
D) Global warming
- 17. Which practice helps conserve water in agriculture?
A) Drip irrigation
B) Flood irrigation
C) Overwatering crops
D) Open channel system
- 18. What is the term for the gradual wearing away of soil by the natural actions of wind and water?
A) Erosion
B) Groundwater recharge
C) Percolation
D) Condensation
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