Ecosystems: Human Impact Quiz: TEKS 5.12C

What is an ecosystem?

• A community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment

• A single living organism

• A type of weather pattern

• A human-made structure

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Which of the following is a basic component of a healthy ecosystem?

• Only animals

• Only plants

• Both living and non-living things

• Only water

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Which activity can be beneficial to an ecosystem?

• Deforestation

• Overfishing

• Creating wildlife reserves

• Dumping chemicals

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How does planting trees benefit an ecosystem?

• Increases air pollution

• Reduces biodiversity

• Provides habitat for wildlife

• Drains water resources

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What is a simple procedure to help maintain a healthy ecosystem?

• Littering in parks

• Using pesticides excessively

• Recycling materials

• Cutting down trees

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Which of the following is a non-living component of an ecosystem?

• Plants

• Animals

• Water

• Insects

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What is the role of sunlight in an ecosystem?

• It is not needed

• It provides energy for photosynthesis

• It pollutes the air

• It is harmful to plants

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Which human activity can lead to soil erosion?

• Planting cover crops

• Building terraces

• Overgrazing by livestock

• Mulching

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What is one effect of pollution on aquatic ecosystems?

• Increased fish population

• Cleaner water

• Harm to aquatic life

• More plant growth

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What is the primary source of energy for most ecosystems?

• Wind

• Sunlight

• Water

• Soil

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