3.4: Conservation of biodiversity- Part 2

What are the criteria for consideration when designing protected areas?

• Size, shape, edge effects, corridors, and proximity to potential human influence.

• Aesthetic value, economic value, and social value.

• Genetic diversity, ecological processes, and sustainable resource use.

• Collaboration between nations, habitat conservation, and species-based conservation.

What are some alternative approaches to the development of protected areas?

• Genetic diversity preservation and ecological restoration.

• International conventions and diplomatic negotiations.

• Media campaigns and public protests.

• Captive breeding, reintroduction programs, and selection of flagship and keystone species.

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Why are intact rainforests valuable in terms of ecosystem services?

• They provide habitat for indigenous people.

• They stabilize soils and regulate temperature and weather patterns.

• They attract tourists and generate income.

• They contain valuable timber resources.

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What are some reasons for conserving tropical rainforests?

• Economic value, high biodiversity, and aesthetic value.

• Slow regeneration rate and spiritual value.

• Tourism income and future generations' needs.

• Cultural services and indigenous people's homes.

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How do the Iban people of Sarawak view the rainforest?

• As a source of livelihood and cultural values.

• As an opportunity for economic exploitation.

• As a habitat for endemic species.

• As a means of preserving genetic diversity.

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What are the main arguments for preserving species and habitats?

• Aesthetic reasons, ecological reasons, economic reasons, ethical reasons, and social reasons.

• Genetic diversity preservation, habitat conservation, and sustainable resource use.

• Indigenous people's rights, scientific research, and cultural services.

• Economic value, commercial resources, and local livelihoods.

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What are some similarities between IGOs and NGOs in terms of promoting conservation?

• Use of media, public image, legislation, and agenda.

• Funding sources, geographical influence, and scientific research.

• Membership and influence over national governments.

• Ecotourism promotion and cultural services.

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What were the factors addressed in the World Conservation Strategy (WCS)?

• Maintaining essential life support systems, preserving genetic diversity, and using species and ecosystems sustainably.

• Cultural values, economic development, and indigenous rights.

• International cooperation, scientific research, and global summits.

• Aesthetic arguments, ethical considerations, and biodiversity preservation.

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Why is international cooperation important in addressing environmental problems ?

• It ensures local involvement and solutions.

• It provides access to funds and expertise for individual nations.

• It helps in monitoring and mitigating global impacts.

• It focuses on local issues and grassroots movements.

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How can arguments about species and habitat preservation be justified? 

   

• Aesthetic, ecological, economic, ethical, and social justifications

     

• Political, historical, cultural, and technological justifications

     

• Scientific, philosophical, psychological, and educational justifications

     

• Legal, medical, agricultural, and industrial justifications