Environmental Vocabulary Quiz

What is the term for the variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat?

• deforestation

• biodiversity

• ecosystem

• balance

Which word refers to the act of cutting down trees in a forest?

• consequence

• deforestation

• burning

• habitat

What is the term for the increase in Earth's average temperature?

• ice melting

• climate change

• global warming

• gas emission

Which animal is known for its black and white coloring and is considered endangered?

• gorilla

• panda

• polar bear

• tortoise

What do we call the phenomenon of rising temperatures over a prolonged period?

• heatwave

• climate change

• extreme weather

• biodiversity

Which term describes the illegal trade of animals and plants?

• wildlife trade

• body part trade

• green activity

• gas emission

What is the term for the area where a particular species lives?

• territory

• habitat

• ecosystem

• biodiversity

Which of the following is a consequence of deforestation?

• habitat preservation

• climate stability

• increase in wildlife

• biodiversity loss

What is the term for the act of conducting a systematic investigation?

• deliver research

• do research

• complete research

• conduct research

Which term refers to the melting of ice due to rising temperatures?

• gas emission

• biodiversity

• ice melting

• climate change