EOC Blitz Review - Human Impact and Carbon Cycle

Which of the following is an example of overexploitation in ecosystems?

• Planting more trees in a deforested area

• Harvesting fish at a rate faster than they can reproduce

• Introducing native species to a new habitat

• Reducing carbon emissions from factories

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What is a primary consequence of habitat destruction on biodiversity?

• Increase in native species population

• Decrease in species diversity

• Stabilization of ecosystem functions

• Increase in genetic variation

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How does pollution typically affect ecosystems?

• It enhances the growth of native plants

• It disrupts the balance of ecosystems

• It increases the population of predators

• It promotes biodiversity

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What role do invasive species play in ecosystems?

• They help maintain the natural balance

• They often outcompete native species

• They increase the genetic diversity of native species

• They provide new food sources for native predators

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Which of the following human activities is most directly linked to climate change?

• Planting trees

• Burning fossil fuels

• Recycling waste

• Using solar panels

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How does overpopulation contribute to ecosystem disruption?

• By increasing the availability of resources

• By reducing the need for habitat conservation

• By increasing demand for resources and space

• By promoting sustainable practices

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What is the relationship between photosynthesis and respiration in the carbon cycle?

• Photosynthesis releases carbon dioxide, while respiration absorbs it

• Photosynthesis and respiration both release oxygen

• Photosynthesis absorbs carbon dioxide, while respiration releases it

• Photosynthesis and respiration both absorb carbon dioxide

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Which of the following is a method to mitigate human impact on ecosystems while addressing human needs?

• Increasing fossil fuel consumption

• Implementing sustainable agriculture practices

• Expanding urban areas into natural habitats

• Reducing renewable energy use

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What is a key factor that can increase biodiversity in an ecosystem?

• Habitat destruction

• Introduction of invasive species

• Conservation of natural habitats

• Overexploitation of resources

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Which of the following is a benefit of biodiversity to humans?

• Decreased availability of medicinal resources

• Increased ecosystem services like pollination

• Reduced genetic variation in crops

• Increased vulnerability to environmental changes

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