Apes Urbanization

What are the main types of pollutants contributing to urban air pollution?

• CO2, O2, H20

• N2 (Nitrogen), He (helium), H20

• Particulate matter, NO2, O3 (ozone), and SO2 (sulfur dioxide)

• H, N, and Ne (neon)

What are some strategies can be used to reduce urban air pollution?

• Increasing the number of vehicles on the road

• Planting more trees & promoting public transport

• Building more factories

• no strategies that could reduce urban air pollution

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How does a rain garden contribute to biodiversity in urban areas?

• It reduces biodiversity by taking up space

• It provides habitats for various plant and animal species

• It has no impact on biodiversity

• It only contributes to visual appeal and has no effect on biodiversity

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What is the impact of a rain garden on the quality of water bodies in urban areas?

• A rain garden improves the quality of water bodies by filtering runoff

• A rain garden degrades the quality of water bodies

• A rain garden has no effect on the quality of water bodies

• A rain garden only affects the quantity, not the quality of water in water bodies

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What environmental issue is caused by replacing pervious land with impervious surfaces?

• Increased groundwater recharge

• Decreased urban runoff

• Increased urban runoff

• Decreased CO2 emissions

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What is a major cause of CO2 emissions in urban areas?

• Decreased use of fossil fuels

• Increased use of renewable energy sources

• Increased vegetation

• Construction and deforestation

What is one main cause for people moving from rural to urban areas?

• Lower entertainment options

• Increased job opportunities

• Higher property values

• Decreased job opportunities

What is urban sprawl?

• The decrease of urban areas due to natural disasters

• The movement from urban areas to less dense suburbs

• The movement of populations from suburbs to urban areas

• The expansion of urban areas into rural areas

What is a significant impact of urbanization on ape habitats?

• A) Increased food availability

• B) Habitat fragmentation and loss

• C) Improved living conditions

• D) Enhanced biodiversity

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Which of the following is a common consequence of apes adapting to urban environments?

• A) Increased genetic diversity

• B) Decreased human-ape conflicts

• C) Altered foraging behavior

• D) Enhanced natural habitat

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