Final Exam Review: 9th grade

Differentiate between renewable and nonrenewable resources, giving an example of each.

• Renewable resources are those that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, while nonrenewable resources are finite and cannot be replenished, like coal.

• Renewable resources are finite and cannot be replenished, like coal, while nonrenewable resources can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy.

• Both renewable and nonrenewable resources can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy and coal.

• Neither renewable nor nonrenewable resources can be replenished naturally over time.

What is the significance of the water cycle in the environment?

• It helps in the distribution of water across the planet.

• It increases the salinity of oceans.

• It prevents the formation of clouds.

• It reduces the amount of freshwater available.

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Explain the concept of biodiversity and why it is important.

• Biodiversity refers to the variety of life on Earth, including the variety of species, ecosystems, and genetic diversity within species. It is important because it supports ecosystem services, contributes to resilience against environmental changes, and provides resources for food, medicine, and economic development.

• Biodiversity is the study of different cultures and their impact on the environment. It is important because it helps in understanding human history and cultural evolution.

• Biodiversity is the process of converting natural habitats into urban areas. It is important because it leads to economic growth and development.

• Biodiversity is the practice of conserving water resources. It is important because it ensures the availability of water for future generations.

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What is a biodiversity hotspot? Give one example of an area that might be designated as such.

• A region with a significant reservoir of biodiversity that is under threat from humans; example: Amazon Rainforest

• A region with low biodiversity and minimal human impact; example: Sahara Desert

• A region with a high number of endemic species and low human population; example: Antarctica

• A region with a significant reservoir of biodiversity that is not under threat; example: Great Barrier Reef

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How does deforestation contribute to climate change?

• By increasing carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere

• By decreasing oxygen levels in the atmosphere

• By increasing the Earth's albedo

• By reducing the Earth's temperature

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What is the connection between the greenhouse effect and global warming?

• The greenhouse effect causes global warming by trapping heat in the Earth's atmosphere.

• The greenhouse effect cools the Earth by reflecting sunlight back into space.

• The greenhouse effect has no impact on global warming.

• The greenhouse effect is a natural process that reduces global warming.

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What are the primary differences between primary and secondary succession?

• Primary succession occurs in lifeless areas, while secondary succession occurs in areas where life has previously existed.

• Primary succession involves the gradual establishment of biotic communities in a lifeless area, while secondary succession involves the reestablishment of a biotic community in an area where a biotic community was previously present.

• Primary succession starts on bare rock or sand, while secondary succession starts in areas with existing soil.

• All of the above

Define the role of keystone species in an ecosystem, providing an example.

• Keystone species are those that have a disproportionately large impact on their environment relative to their abundance.

• Keystone species are the most abundant species in an ecosystem.

• Keystone species are those that can survive in multiple ecosystems.

• Keystone species are the largest predators in an ecosystem.

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What is meant by "point source pollution"?

• Pollution that comes from a single, identifiable source

• Pollution that is spread over a large area

• Pollution that occurs naturally

• Pollution that cannot be traced to a specific source

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How do riparian buffers benefit watersheds?

• They increase water temperature.

• They reduce erosion and filter pollutants.

• They decrease biodiversity.

• They increase sedimentation.

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