2.4 and 2.5 Human Impact on Biodiversity

Which of the following is NOT a cause of habitat loss?

• A) Agriculture

• B) Urbanization

• C) Space exploration

• D) Climate change

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What does NPP stand for in the context of ecosystem diversity?

• Net Primary Production

• National Park Protection

• New Plant Production

• Natural Predator Population

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Which species are considered 'Winners' in terms of niche?

• Generalist

• Specialist

• Indicators

• Endangered

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Which of the following is NOT a factor in the loss of biodiversity at every level?

• A) Habitat loss

• B) Invasive species

• C) Selective breeding

• D) Space travel

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What is the second biggest reason for the loss of species worldwide?

• Pollution

• Invasive Species

• Climate Change

• Habitat Loss

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What is a genetic bottleneck?

• Increase in genetic diversity

• Sudden reduction in population size

• Increase in population size

• Decrease in genetic mutations

What does the Endangered Species Act prohibit?

• Import of all goods

• Export of all goods

• Taking of fish and wildlife listed as threatened or endangered

• Building new factories.

What is a characteristic of invasive species?

• They are often specialists

• They are often generalists

• They decrease biodiversity

• They increase urban development.

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NGSS.HS-LS4-5

What is one factor that affects species richness in natural communities?

• Urban development

• Fragmentation of habitats

• Building new factories

• Expanding agricultural land.

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What is one strategy to stop human impacts on ecosystems?

• Building more roads

• Remediation

• Increasing urban development

• Expanding agricultural land.

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