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