Biodiversity and Human Impact Quiz

Which of the following actions can help reduce the impact of human activities on biodiversity?

• Increasing the use of fossil fuels

• Implementing wildlife corridors

• Expanding urban areas

• Increasing deforestation

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What is a common method to reduce water pollution from agricultural runoff?

• Using more chemical fertilizers

• Planting cover crops

• Increasing livestock density

• Expanding irrigation systems

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Which practice can help maintain biodiversity in a forest ecosystem?

• Clear-cutting large areas

• Selective logging

• Introducing non-native species

• Building more roads

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Which of the following is a benefit of using renewable energy sources?

• Increased greenhouse gas emissions

• Decreased air pollution

• Higher fossil fuel consumption

• Greater habitat destruction

What is one way to reduce the impact of urbanization on local ecosystems?

• Expanding road networks

• Creating green spaces and parks

• Increasing industrial development

• Reducing public transportation options

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Which of the following strategies can help protect marine biodiversity?

• Overfishing

• Establishing marine protected areas

• Increasing plastic waste

• Expanding oil drilling

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How can reforestation efforts contribute to ecosystem health?

• By increasing soil erosion

• By providing habitats for wildlife

• By reducing carbon sequestration

• By promoting desertification

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Which of the following is a sustainable agricultural practice?

• Monoculture farming

• Crop rotation

• Excessive pesticide use

• Slash-and-burn agriculture

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What is a potential consequence of habitat fragmentation?

• Increased biodiversity

• Enhanced ecosystem stability

• Reduced genetic diversity

• Improved species migration

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Which of the following actions can help mitigate climate change?

• Increasing coal consumption

• Reducing energy efficiency

• Planting more trees

• Expanding landfills

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