Importance of Biodiversity Quiz

Fill in the blank: Biodiversity helps in maintaining the balance of the ecosystem by providing __________.

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Open-ended: Explain how the loss of a single species can affect an entire ecosystem.

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Fill in the blank: The process by which different species evolve to fill different ecological niches is known as __________.

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Open-ended: Describe the role of keystone species in an ecosystem.

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Match the following terms with their correct definitions:

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Fill in the blank: __________ is the term used to describe the interconnectedness of all living organisms and their physical environment.

Open-ended: How does biodiversity contribute to the sustainability of agricultural systems?

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Which of the following is a direct benefit of biodiversity to humans?

• Increased carbon dioxide levels

• Enhanced soil erosion

• Provision of medicinal resources

• Decreased water quality

Which of the following best describes biodiversity?

• The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

• The number of species in a given area.

• The genetic variation within a species.

• The number of ecosystems in a region.

Which of the following is NOT a way in which biodiversity contributes to ecosystem stability?

• Providing a variety of food sources

• Increasing the resilience of ecosystems to disturbances

• Reducing the spread of diseases

• Decreasing the genetic variation within species