Case study of grassland

Grasslands are often referred to as the "breadbasket of the world." What does this phrase signify?

• Grasslands are filled with wild animals

• Grasslands are important for the production of grains and cereals

• Grasslands are only found in Europe

• Grasslands have no agricultural value

Which natural disaster is a common threat to grassland ecosystems ?

• Earthquakes

• Hurricanes

• Wildfires

• Tsunamis

What is the term for a type of grassland that is found in tropical regions and has distinct wet and dry seasons?

• Savanna

• Tundra

• Prairie

• Steppe

Grasslands play a vital role in carbon sequestration. What does this mean?

• Grasslands release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere

• Grasslands absorb and store carbon dioxide from the atmosphere

• Grasslands have no impact on carbon dioxide levels

• Grasslands absorb oxygen from the atmosphere

Which of the following animals is a primary herbivore in grassland ecosystems?

• Lion

• Wolf

• Gazelle

• Hawk

What type of climate is typically associated with grasslands?

• Hot and humid

• Cold and dry

• Mild and rainy

• Warm and arid

What is the process by which grasslands are converted into agricultural land called?

• Deforestation

• Urbanization

• Desertification

• Cultivation

Which continent is known for its vast grasslands called the "Pampas"?

• Africa

• South America

• Europe

• Australia