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