Icev Ducks Unlimited

When a duck uses its beak to straighten out and clean its feathers it is called...

• Grooming

• Pickering

• Preening

• Bathing

What is generally the top recorded speed of a flying duck?

• 100 miles per hour

• 80 miles per hour

• 60 miles per hour

• 30 miles per hour

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When birds preen, they take a waxy oil and spread it over their feathers to make it waterproof. Where is the gland that produces this oil?

• Bottom of the Neck

• Base of the tail

• Inside the Mouth

• Top of the Leg

What is the primary purpose of Ducks Unlimited in relation to wetland conservation?

• To promote hunting activities

• To conserve and restore wetlands

• To build urban infrastructure

• To conduct scientific research on marine life

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which of the following is a key benefit of wetland ecosystems?

• Increased urban development

• Enhanced biodiversity

• Higher pollution levels

• Decreased water quality

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

What is the scientific term for the process by which wetlands filter pollutants from water?

• Photosynthesis

• Bioremediation

• Eutrophication

• Sedimentation

How do wetlands contribute to carbon sequestration?

• By releasing carbon dioxide

• By storing carbon in plant biomass and soil

• By converting carbon into methane

• By increasing atmospheric carbon levels

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Which species is commonly associated with wetland habitats?

• Polar bears

• Ducks

• Desert lizards

• Mountain goats

What role do wetlands play in flood control?

• They increase the speed of water flow

• They act as natural sponges, absorbing excess water

• They prevent water from entering the area

• They have no impact on flood control

Which of the following is a method used by Ducks Unlimited to restore wetlands?

• Draining water bodies

• Planting native vegetation

• Introducing invasive species

• Building concrete structures

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