- 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) Nitrogen
D) Carbon dioxide
- 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) Paris Agreement
B) Stockholm Convention
C) Montreal Protocol
D) Kyoto Protocol
- 4. Which renewable energy source harnesses the power of the sun?
A) Hydropower
B) Geothermal energy
C) Solar energy
D) Wind energy
- 5. In biodiversity conservation, what does the term 'keystone species' refer to?
A) Extinct species
B) Endangered species
C) Invasive 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) Afforestation
B) Conservation farming
C) Carbon offsetting
D) Ecological restoration
- 8. What is the purpose of the Montreal Protocol?
A) Protecting the ozone layer
B) Promoting deforestation
C) Mining natural resources
D) Increasing pollution
- 9. Which practice helps conserve water in agriculture?
A) Drip irrigation
B) Flood irrigation
C) Overwatering crops
D) Open channel system
- 10. What is the correct term for the increase in Earth's average temperature due to the release of greenhouse gases?
A) Polar vortex
B) Global warming
C) Heat wave
D) Ice age
- 11. How does the loss of biodiversity affect ecosystems?
A) Enhances species adaptability
B) Increases ecosystem productivity
C) Reduces ecosystem resilience and stability
D) Improves nutrient cycling
- 12. What can individuals do to reduce their carbon footprint?
A) Use disposable plastic bags
B) Drive alone in a car
C) Leave lights on when not at home
D) Use public transportation
- 13. What is the term for the variety and variability of living organisms in a specific habitat?
A) Biodiversity
B) Population dynamics
C) Species extinction
D) Habitat conservation
- 14. Which of the following is not a renewable energy source?
A) Wind
B) Coal
C) Hydroelectric
D) Solar
- 15. What is a major threat to coral reefs?
A) Ocean acidification
B) Reducing coastal development
C) Increasing fish populations
D) Implementing marine protected areas
- 16. 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 extract minerals from the seabed
D) To facilitate oil drilling
- 17. Which of the following is a sustainable farming method that preserves soil health?
A) Monoculture farming
B) Crop rotation
C) Excessive tilling
D) Chemical fertilizer use
- 18. What is the term for the gradual wearing away of soil by the natural actions of wind and water?
A) Condensation
B) Erosion
C) Percolation
D) Groundwater recharge
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