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