Land Cover Distribution

Which type of land cover has the widest spatial distribution globally?

• deserts

• oceans

• mountains

• forests

What is the main factor influencing the distribution of wetlands?

• temperature

• wind speed

• soil type

• presence of water

In which regions are ice cover and glaciers most commonly found?

• Polar regions and high mountain ranges

• Coastal areas and grasslands

• Tropical rainforests and deserts

• Urban areas and farmlands

Which continent has the largest area of croplands?

• Asia

• North America

• Europe

• Africa

What are the major factors contributing to the distribution of urban land use?

• Climate conditions, cultural factors, and natural resources.

• Education levels, healthcare facilities, and social services.

• Technological advancements, housing affordability, and environmental sustainability.

• Population density, economic activities, transportation infrastructure, government policies, and land availability.

Which type of land cover is most dominant in the Amazon rainforest region?

• Desert

• Grassland

• tropical rainforest

• Tundra

What are the ecological benefits of wetlands?

• Water filtration, flood control, habitat for wildlife, and carbon sequestration

• Water purification, reduced flooding, increased wildlife population, and carbon emissions

• Water scarcity, increased erosion, loss of biodiversity, and greenhouse gas emissions

• Water pollution, increased flooding, destruction of wildlife habitat, and carbon emissions

Which polar region has a higher extent of ice cover?

• Arctic

• Equator

• Tropical

• Antarctic

Which country is the largest producer of croplands?

• India

• United States

• Brazil

• China

What are the main challenges associated with urban land use?

• Zoning restrictions, gentrification, and lack of green spaces.

• Limited space, competition for land, infrastructure demands, environmental impacts, and social equity issues.

• Limited access to amenities, inadequate infrastructure, and urban sprawl.

• High cost of land, lack of affordable housing, traffic congestion, and pollution.