8.4 Wetlands and Mangroves Quiz

What is the primary characteristic of wetlands?

• They are always completely submerged

• They have soil submerged in water for all or part of the year

• They only contain saltwater

• They are only found in tropical regions

Which of the following is NOT an ecosystem service provided by wetlands?

• Groundwater recharge

• Carbon sequestration

• Oil production

• Pollinator habitats

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How do wetlands contribute to water quality?

• By increasing water temperature

• By adding nutrients to the water

• By trapping pollutants in plant roots

• By increasing water flow

What is the estimated value of ecosystem services provided by mangroves globally?

• $100 million

• $800 million

• $100 billion

• $800 billion

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Which of the following is NOT a threat to wetlands mentioned in the video?

• Nutrient pollution

• Development

• Water diversion

• Volcanic activity

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How does water diversion impact wetlands?

• It increases water levels in wetlands

• It decreases water levels and can lead to drying up

• It has no impact on wetlands

• It increases biodiversity in wetlands

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What is the primary reason for mangrove deforestation in developed nations?

• Fuel production

• Paper manufacturing

• Coastal development for real estate

• Agriculture

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Which of the following is an example of a supporting ecosystem service provided by wetlands?

• Tourism

• Flood control

• Water filtration

• Fuel production

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How do mangroves contribute to coastal protection?

• By increasing wave height

• By absorbing storm surge and buffering coastlines

• By attracting more marine life

• By increasing water temperature

What is a riparian buffer?

• A concrete wall built along rivers

• A vegetation zone planted alongside water bodies to filter runoff

• A type of fish found in wetlands

• A chemical treatment for polluted water

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