How Urban Development Affects Natural Populations in the Environment

What is one major impact of urban development on local wildlife populations?

• Habitat fragmentation

• Increased biodiversity

• Improved air quality

• Decreased human-wildlife conflict

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Which of the following is a common consequence of urban sprawl on natural habitats?

• Expansion of green spaces

• Reduction in pollution

• Loss of biodiversity

• Increase in native species

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How does urbanization typically affect the water cycle in natural environments?

• Increases groundwater recharge

• Decreases surface runoff

• Increases evaporation rates

• Reduces infiltration

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What is a common method used to study the impact of urban development on bird populations?

• Satellite imagery analysis

• Bird banding and tracking

• Genetic modification

• Aquatic surveys

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Which scientific concept explains the reduction of green spaces in urban areas?

• Photosynthesis

• Urban heat island effect

• Deforestation

• Eutrophication

What role do green roofs play in urban environments?

• Increase energy consumption

• Reduce stormwater runoff

• Increase urban noise

• Decrease biodiversity

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Which of the following is a real-world application to mitigate urban impact on natural populations?

• Building more highways

• Implementing wildlife corridors

• Increasing industrial zones

• Expanding urban areas

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How does light pollution from urban areas affect nocturnal animals?

• Enhances their vision

• Disrupts their natural behaviors

• Increases their population

• Improves their hunting skills

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What is the effect of urban noise pollution on animal communication?

• Enhances communication

• No effect

• Disrupts communication

• Improves mating calls

Which experiment could help determine the impact of urbanization on plant growth?

• Measuring plant height in urban vs. rural areas

• Counting bird species in urban parks

• Analyzing soil composition in forests

• Tracking fish populations in rivers

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