Biodiversity Quiz

What is biodiversity and why is it important?

• The variety of species in an ecosystem: helps maintain balance.

• The amount of water in an ecosystem: keeps plants alive.

• The number of animals in a forest: provides food for predators.

• The amount of oxygen in the air: helps animals breathe.

Name an example of a pollinator and explain its role in ecosystems.

• Ant: spreads seeds underground.

• Bee: moves pollen between flowers to help plants grow.

• Wolf: hunts herbivores and controls the population.

• Fish: cleans algae from coral reefs.

How does deforestation affect animals in an ecosystem?

• It gives them more space to live.

• It creates new habitats for more species.

• It takes away their homes and food sources.

• It improves air quality for animals.

What does the word 'interconnection' mean in the context of nature?

• Species depend on each other to survive.

• All species live in separate environments.

• Only plants and animals are connected, not humans.

• All animals are independent and do not depend on anything.

What can happen if a species disappears from an ecosystem?

• The ecosystem becomes healthier.

• It has no impact on the ecosystem.

• The food chain may be disrupted, affecting other species.

• More species move in to replace it immediately.

How do trees help control the climate?

• They produce heat by absorbing sunlight.

• They cool the air by reflecting sunlight.

• They absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen.

• They block the wind and reduce storms.

What is a coral reef and why is it important for marine life?

• A large rock underwater; it is important because fish live nearby.

• A type of plant; it produces oxygen for fish.

• A structure made of coral; it provides habitat for many species.

• A mountain in the ocean; it helps control the tides.

Which type of energy is more sustainable: renewable energy or fossil fuel-based energy?

• Fossil fuel energy: it is more efficient.

• Renewable energy: it is infinite and is cleaner.

• Fossil fuel energy: it is cheaper and easier to produce.

• Renewable energy: it is faster to generate.