Environmental Science Quiz 3 Review

What does the term "wilderness" refer to in environmental science?

• Urban areas with parks and recreational facilities

• Large areas of land with human-built structures and heavy human activity

• Large areas of land without human-built structures, largely unaffected by humans

• Regions designated for industrial development and resource extraction

What is the primary focus of conservation ethic?

• To promote the use of natural resources for economic growth

• To ensure the equitable distribution of natural resources among people

• To focus on maintaining the health of the natural world, including its forests, fisheries, habitats, and biological diversity

• To set aside areas for recreational activities like hiking and camping

What is the difference between preservation and conservation of wilderness?

• Preservation involves using the wilderness, while conservation involves setting it aside

• Preservation and conservation are the same in terms of wilderness management

• Preservation involves protecting wilderness by setting it aside and not using it, while conservation involves sustainable use and management

• Conservation is only concerned with animal species, while preservation focuses on plant species

Which of the following is an example of a non-consumptive outdoor activity?

• Hunting

• Fishing

• Hiking

• Logging

What does ecological integrity refer to?

• The ability to exploit ecosystems without damaging them

• The economic value of an ecosystem's resources

• The long-term ability of an ecosystem to self-support and maintain an adaptive community of organisms

• The practice of introducing new species to an ecosystem to increase biodiversity

What does biodiversity refer to?

• The impact of tourism on natural habitats

• The variety of different species in a particular habitat

• The conservation efforts in natural areas

• The income generated from sustainable practices

What is environmental impact?

• The benefits of responsible travel

• The change in the make-up, working, or appearance of the environment

• The variety of species in a habitat

• The income from eco-friendly industries

What is ecotourism?

• A form of tourism that has a high impact on the environment

• Travel that does not consider the welfare of local people

• Form of sustainable tourism; involves responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the welfare of local people

• An industry focused solely on generating income

What is the aim of sustainable tourism?

• To have a high impact on the natural environment

• To ignore the cultural aspects of local communities

• To generate income without considering environmental conservation

• To have a low impact on the natural environment and local culture while helping to generate income and employment for locals