Understanding Habitats and Their Importance

What is a habitat?

• A type of food

• An area where animals, plants, and other organisms live

• A type of water body

• A type of plant

Which of the following is NOT a factor needed for an area to be considered a habitat?

• Food

• Water

• Temperature

• Space

Explain why wetlands are referred to as the "kidneys of nature."

• They store excess water

• They filter pollutants from run-off and clean the water

• They provide habitat for fish

• They are a source of food

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What is meant by "supporting services" in the context of habitats?

• Services that provide food and water

• Processes that maintain the conditions of the earth at large

• Services that offer protection from predators

• Processes that increase competition among species

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Identify one major type of habitat loss.

• Habitat creation

• Habitat fragmentation

• Habitat expansion

• Habitat conservation

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Describe the impact of habitat destruction on native wildlife.

• It increases biodiversity

• It allows more species to thrive

• It changes the habitat to the point where it can no longer support native wildlife

• It has no impact on native wildlife

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Which factor is necessary to prevent competition in a habitat?

• Arrangement

• Space

• Water

• Food

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How does the arrangement of factors contribute to an ideal habitat for an organism?

• It ensures that all factors are scattered randomly

• It places each factor in a relatively close area that is ideal for the organism

• It separates factors to prevent interaction

• It increases the distance between food and water sources

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What role do wetlands play in the ecosystem?

• They are primarily used for agriculture

• They act as natural water filters

• They are a source of fossil fuels

• They are used for urban development

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What is the difference between habitat degradation and habitat destruction?

• Degradation is a natural process, while destruction is caused by humans

• Degradation involves minor changes, while destruction involves changes that prevent the habitat from supporting native wildlife

• Degradation improves habitat quality, while destruction reduces it

• Degradation is temporary, while destruction is permanent

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