Environmental Conservation Concepts

The video discusses the importance of conserving resources, differentiating between renewable and non-renewable resources. It highlights the consequences of deforestation and overfishing, emphasizing sustainable practices. Water conservation is also addressed, with practical tips for daily resource conservation. The video concludes with a review of key points.

Why is it important to conserve resources?

• To avoid physical exertion

• To maintain a healthy planet for current and future generations

• To save money

• To increase the number of hills

What is the main difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?

• Renewable resources are man-made, non-renewable are natural

• Renewable resources replenish quickly, non-renewable take a long time to form

• Renewable resources are unlimited, non-renewable are not

• Renewable resources are expensive, non-renewable are cheap

What is resource conservation?

• Avoiding the use of any resources

• Using resources wisely and efficiently

• Using resources as quickly as possible

• Only using non-renewable resources

What is deforestation?

• Planting new trees

• Clearing forests faster than they can regrow

• Using trees for decoration

• Growing trees in urban areas

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of deforestation?

• Soil erosion

• Disruption of atmospheric gas balance

• Increased oxygen release

• Destruction of habitats

What is overfishing?

• Fishing in protected areas

• Catching fish faster than they can reproduce

• Fishing during breeding seasons

• Using large nets to catch fish

Which practice can help prevent overfishing?

• Fishing in all areas

• Using larger nets

• Fishing during breeding seasons

• Setting catch limits

Why is it important to conserve water?

• Because it covers two-thirds of the planet

• Because only a small percentage of water is fresh and accessible

• Because water is a non-renewable resource

• Because salt water is drinkable

Which of the following is a method to conserve water in agriculture?

• Using salt water for irrigation

• Flooding fields

• Planting cover plants

• Using large sprinklers

What is one way to conserve electricity?

• Keeping all devices plugged in

• Unplugging electronics when not in use

• Leaving lights on when not in use

• Using more electronic devices