AP Environmental Science Knowledge Check

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What marine biome has the highest biodiversity in the ocean?

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Coral Reef is the marine biome with the highest biodiversity, hosting a vast array of species.

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What percentage of the Earth's surface is made up of freshwater biomes?

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20% of the Earth's surface is made up of freshwater biomes.

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What is a land biome primarily found near Argentina, the coastal Mediterranean, and California?

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Shrubland is a land biome found in these regions, characterized by drought-resistant plants.

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What happens to carbon during a forest fire?

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During a forest fire, carbon is released into the atmosphere as carbon dioxide.

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Which of the following does not contribute to CO2 emissions in the atmosphere?

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Nuclear Energy does not add CO2 to the atmosphere.

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Define 'Biodiversity'.

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the number of species, genetic diversity, and ecosystem diversity.

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What is an Estuary?

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An estuary is a coastal area where freshwater from rivers meets and mixes with saltwater from the ocean, creating a unique and productive ecosystem.

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Explain the concept of 'Carbon Cycle'.

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The carbon cycle is the process by which carbon is exchanged between the atmosphere, land, water, and living organisms, involving processes like photosynthesis, respiration, and decomposition.

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What is the significance of Coral Reefs?

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Coral reefs provide habitat for marine life, protect coastlines from erosion, and support fishing and tourism industries.

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What role do forests play in the carbon cycle?

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Forests act as carbon sinks, absorbing CO2 from the atmosphere during photosynthesis and storing carbon in biomass.

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