MATURA ENGLISH: Resource Exploitation

Explain the impact of deforestation on biodiversity.

• Deforestation has no impact on biodiversity

• Deforestation increases biodiversity

• Deforestation leads to the loss of habitat for many species, resulting in a decrease in biodiversity. It also disrupts the balance of ecosystems and can lead to the extinction of certain species.

• Deforestation only affects a few species

List three examples of renewable energy sources and explain their benefits.

• Natural gas energy: It is abundant, reliable, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.

• Nuclear energy: It is renewable, reduces air pollution, and is abundant.

• Coal energy: It is renewable, clean, and reduces reliance on fossil fuels.

• 1. Solar energy: It is renewable, abundant, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. 2. Wind energy: It is clean, abundant, and reduces reliance on fossil fuels. 3. Hydroelectric energy: It is renewable, reliable, and reduces air pollution.

What are sustainable fishing practices and why are they important for marine ecosystems?

• Sustainable fishing practices involve using large nets and trawlers that catch a lot of fish at once, which is important for increasing fish populations and marine biodiversity.

• Sustainable fishing practices are methods that deplete fish populations and harm the marine environment. They are important for disrupting the balance of marine ecosystems and reducing biodiversity.

• Sustainable fishing practices are unnecessary and do not have any impact on the long-term health of fish populations or the marine environment. They are not important for maintaining the balance of marine ecosystems or preserving biodiversity.

• Sustainable fishing practices are methods that ensure the long-term health of fish populations and the marine environment. They are important for maintaining the balance of marine ecosystems and preserving biodiversity.

Describe the impact of oil drilling on ecosystems and the environment.

• Oil drilling helps in reducing pollution and protecting wildlife

• Oil drilling leads to increased biodiversity and healthier ecosystems

• Oil drilling can lead to habitat destruction, water and air pollution, and disruption of ecosystems, impacting the environment and wildlife.

• Oil drilling has no impact on ecosystems and the environment

What are the main causes of deforestation and how can it be prevented?

• Deforestation is caused by overpopulation and can be prevented by reducing birth rates

• Deforestation is caused by excessive use of renewable energy sources

• Deforestation is caused by natural disasters like earthquakes and can be prevented by building stronger infrastructure

• The main causes of deforestation include agricultural expansion, logging, mining, and urbanization. Deforestation can be prevented by promoting sustainable forestry practices, implementing strict regulations on land use, and supporting reforestation efforts.

Discuss the concept of 'clean mining' and its potential benefits for the environment.

• Clean mining refers to using harsh chemicals and processes to extract minerals, causing more pollution and environmental damage.

• Clean mining has no benefits for the environment and actually contributes to the depletion of natural resources.

• Clean mining refers to the use of environmentally friendly techniques and technologies to extract minerals, with the goal of minimizing environmental impact. It can benefit the environment by reducing pollution, conserving water and energy, and promoting reclamation of mined areas.

• Clean mining is a concept that focuses on maximizing environmental impact and disregarding conservation efforts.

Explain the concept of overfishing and its consequences on marine life.

• Overfishing only affects the fishing industries and has no impact on coastal communities.

• Overfishing is when fish are caught at a slower rate than they can reproduce, leading to an increase in fish populations.

• Overfishing occurs when fish are caught at a faster rate than they can reproduce, leading to a decline in fish populations. This has negative consequences on marine ecosystems, including disruption of food chains, loss of biodiversity, and economic impacts on fishing industries and coastal communities.

• Overfishing has no consequences on marine ecosystems and biodiversity.

How can individuals contribute to the promotion of renewable energy sources in their communities?

• Individuals can contribute by installing solar panels on their homes, advocating for renewable energy policies, participating in community renewable energy projects, and educating others about the benefits of renewable energy.

• Individuals can contribute by spreading misinformation about renewable energy

• Individuals can contribute by ignoring renewable energy policies

• Individuals can contribute by using more fossil fuels

Discuss the role of government policies in regulating resource exploitation for environmental sustainability.

• Resource exploitation should be left unregulated for economic growth

• Government policies have no impact on resource exploitation

• Environmental sustainability can be achieved without government intervention

• Government policies play a crucial role in regulating resource exploitation to ensure environmental sustainability. This can be achieved through laws, regulations, and incentives that promote sustainable practices, protect natural resources, and mitigate environmental impact.

Explain the concept of sustainable agriculture and its impact on the environment.

• Sustainable agriculture has no impact on the environment and leads to increased pollution.

• Sustainable agriculture refers to the use of environmentally friendly farming techniques and technologies to promote soil health, conserve water, and reduce pollution. It can benefit the environment by preserving biodiversity, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and promoting sustainable food production.

• Sustainable agriculture is a concept that focuses on maximizing environmental impact and disregarding conservation efforts.

• Sustainable agriculture is when farming practices deplete soil health and lead to increased pollution, harming the environment.