GET7 - Unit 3B - Ocean Wealth Quiz

What is the primary benefit of fish as an ocean resource?

• Primary source of oxygen

• Source of protein and essential nutrients

• Source of carbohydrates

• Main contributor to deforestation

How do minerals extracted from the ocean contribute to the economy?

• Minerals extracted from the ocean are only used for personal consumption

• Minerals extracted from the ocean are harmful to the economy

• Minerals extracted from the ocean have no impact on the economy

• Minerals extracted from the ocean contribute to the economy by being used in various industries, creating jobs, generating revenue, and driving economic growth.

Name a type of ocean wealth that is a source of renewable energy.

• Wave energy

• Solar energy

• Tidal energy

• Geothermal energy

What role do mangroves play in protecting coastal areas and providing resources?

• Mangroves protect coastal areas by acting as natural barriers against storm surges and provide various resources such as wood, food, and medicinal plants.

• Mangroves attract harmful species and reduce biodiversity

• Mangroves contribute to soil erosion and deplete resources

• Mangroves have no impact on coastal areas and lack resources

How do marine plants like seaweed benefit both humans and marine life?

• Seaweed is harmful to humans and marine life due to toxic chemicals

• Seaweed negatively impacts marine life by depleting oxygen levels

• Seaweed benefits humans by causing allergies and skin irritations

• Seaweed benefits both humans and marine life by providing food sources, oxygen, habitats, and coastal protection.

Explain the importance of coral reefs as ocean wealth.

• Coral reefs are essential for internet connectivity

• Coral reefs are important for marine biodiversity, coastal protection, economic benefits, and ecological functions.

• Coral reefs are crucial for snow removal

• Coral reefs are important for space exploration

What are the benefits of extracting oil and gas from the ocean?

• Environmental conservation, job creation, reduced carbon emissions

• Economic benefits, energy production, technological advancements, industry support

How do ocean resources like salt and sand contribute to various industries?

• Ocean resources like salt and sand are only used for decorative purposes.

• Ocean resources like salt and sand are harmful to industries due to their corrosive nature.

• Ocean resources like salt and sand contribute to various industries by being essential raw materials for production processes.

• Ocean resources like salt and sand are not used in any industries.

Name a type of ocean wealth that is used in the production of cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

• Sand

• Coral

• Fish

• Seaweed

Discuss the significance of ocean wealth in supporting biodiversity and ecosystem balance.

• Ocean wealth is significant in supporting biodiversity and ecosystem balance by providing habitats for various marine species and contributing to environmental health.

• Ecosystem balance is not influenced by ocean wealth

• Marine species do not rely on ocean habitats

• Ocean wealth has no impact on biodiversity