Environmental Impact of Deforestation and Overfishing

What role do forests play in the global ecosystem?

• They are only important for local biodiversity.

• They help in the cycling of soil, water, and air.

• They are primarily used for timber production.

• They are not renewable resources.

What is the primary reason for deforestation?

• To increase urban green spaces.

• To clear land for agriculture and development.

• To enhance biodiversity.

• To reduce carbon emissions.

What happens when land is repurposed due to deforestation?

• The ecosystem is temporarily lost.

• The ecosystem is unaffected.

• The ecosystem is permanently lost.

• The ecosystem becomes more diverse.

How does overfishing affect aquatic ecosystems?

• It increases the number of fish species.

• It stabilizes the aquatic ecosystem.

• It threatens the stability of ocean and lake ecosystems.

• It has no impact on aquatic biodiversity.

What is the term for the removal of a species from its habitat?

• Biodiversity enhancement

• Ecological succession

• Habitat restoration

• Direct harvesting