Short-Term Environmental Changes Quiz

What is a common short-term effect of a natural disaster, like a wildfire, on an ecosystem?

• Permanent loss of all plant life

• Temporary increase in biodiversity

• Immediate increase in air quality

• Reduction in the population of some species

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How can a flood impact the biodiversity of an affected area in the short term?

• It can introduce new species to the ecosystem.

• It can lead to a temporary decrease in species diversity.

• It can permanently change the land structure.

• It increases the long-term survival rate of all species.

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After a volcanic eruption, what short-term environmental change is most likely to occur?

• Rapid growth in the global human population

• Decrease in atmospheric carbon dioxide levels

• Increase in particulate matter in the air

• Permanent increase in land fertility worldwide

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What is a direct short-term consequence of an oil spill in marine environments?

• Immediate improvement in water quality

• Increase in the lifespan of marine wildlife

• Reduction in the population of aquatic plants and animals

• Long-term increase in biodiversity

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How does the introduction of an invasive species typically affect native biodiversity?

• It enhances ecosystem resilience by adding new species.

• It has no significant impact on native species populations.

• It leads to increased competition and can decrease native biodiversity.

• It significantly increases the genetic diversity of native species.

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What is a common immediate consequence of urbanization on local ecosystems?

• Significant increase in local wildlife populations.

• Decrease in air and water pollution.

• Disruption of natural habitats and loss of biodiversity.

• Immediate improvement in the quality of soil.

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