Abiotic Factors and Ecosystems Quiz

Why will less plants be found in shaded areas?

• Because they have more sunlight

• Because they have less sunlight

• Because they grow faster in the shade

• Because they are protected from wind

What is the purpose of using a belt transect?

• To measure the speed of animals

• To study the distribution of plants

• To capture insects

• To build fences

How can humans decrease biodiversity?

• By planting more trees

• By polluting water sources

• By conserving wildlife

• By reducing waste

What tool is used to measure the transect line?

• Ruler

• Compass

• Long tape measurer

• Protractor

What is the role of the quadrat in this method?

• To measure temperature

• To allow us to count the plants

• To record soil type

• To measure humidity

What should be done exactly the same as before in the practical?

• The type of soil used

• The placement of quadrats

• The amount of water added

• The time of day

What is the purpose of measuring the named abiotic factor?

• To change the plant species

• To count the number of plants

• To see if it makes the plants grow

• To increase soil nutrients

In the context of the document, what does the term 'quadrat' refer to?

• A type of plant

• A square frame used for sampling

• A mathematical formula

• A type of soil

What is the purpose of using a belt transect in plant investigations?

• To measure the height of plants

• To investigate the effect of water on plant growth

• To count the number of leaves on a plant

• To determine the color of flowers

How would you estimate the number of daisies in a 25m² field?

• By counting all daisies individually

• By using a 1m² quadrat and placing the quadrat randomly

• By measuring the height of the daisies

• By observing the color of the daisies