The Human Impact On Biodiversity In Tropical Rainforests Areas Of The World
In the turn of the century, it is expected that the world's forest cover will be half what is today. The quiz below tests on the human impact of biodiversity in tropical rainforests areas of the world.
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From The Lorax.
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What is the main reason as to which deforestation occurs?
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To create land for farming
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To get wood for paper
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To make space for dogs to sleep
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To make shopping centers
Correct Answer
A. To create land for farmingExplanation
Deforestation occurs mainly to create land for farming. This is because clearing forests provides space for agricultural activities, such as planting crops or raising livestock. Farmers often need more land to expand their operations and meet the growing demand for food. As a result, they resort to cutting down trees and clearing forests to make way for agricultural fields. This practice leads to the loss of valuable forest ecosystems, biodiversity, and contributes to climate change.Rate this question:
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How many acres of land are cut down for deforestation each day?
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200, 000 acres
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293,400 meters squared
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214,000 acres
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902, 000 meters squared
Correct Answer
C. 214,000 acresExplanation
The correct answer is 214,000 acres. This means that approximately 214,000 acres of land are cut down for deforestation each day. Deforestation is a major issue that leads to the loss of biodiversity, contributes to climate change, and disrupts ecosystems. The large amount of land being deforested on a daily basis highlights the urgent need for conservation and sustainable practices to protect our environment.Rate this question:
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Why has the farm industry replanted trees around rainforest remnants?
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Because farmers are at one with their plants
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To protect edges from wind exposure and provide a barrier against animals
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To encourage the trees in the rainforest remnants to grow
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To make the edges look prettier
Correct Answer
B. To protect edges from wind exposure and provide a barrier against animalsExplanation
The farm industry has replanted trees around rainforest remnants to protect the edges from wind exposure and create a barrier against animals. This helps to maintain the integrity of the rainforest remnants and prevent damage caused by strong winds. Additionally, the trees act as a physical deterrent for animals, reducing the likelihood of them encroaching upon the rainforest and causing harm to the ecosystem.Rate this question:
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The burning of forests causes less chance of a future bush fire
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The burning of forests can actually reduce the chance of future bush fires. This is because controlled burns can remove excess fuel, such as dry vegetation, that can easily catch fire during a bush fire. By reducing the amount of fuel available, controlled burns can help prevent the spread of future fires and make them easier to control. Additionally, controlled burns can promote the growth of fire-resistant plant species, further reducing the risk of future bush fires.Rate this question:
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What is one way we can help the conservation of the rainforests?
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Using recycled water
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Using animal cruelty free makeup
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Eat less broccoli
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Using recycled paper
Correct Answer
D. Using recycled paperExplanation
Using recycled paper can help the conservation of rainforests because it reduces the demand for new paper production, which in turn reduces the need for cutting down trees. By using recycled paper, we can minimize deforestation and preserve the habitat of rainforest ecosystems. Additionally, recycling paper saves energy and reduces greenhouse gas emissions associated with paper production, contributing to overall environmental sustainability.Rate this question:
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The ten most endangered landscapes in Australia, and their main threats:1. Mountain ecosystems: threatened by global warming, fire and human impacts.2. Tropical savannas: invasive plants and animals, huge bushfires, extreme events.3. Coastal floodplains and wetlands: sea-level rise, human development activity and climate change.4. Coral reefs: ocean warming, ocean acidification, overfishing, coastal runoff.5. Dry rainforests: changing fire regimes, hotter temperatures, water regime changes.6. Murray-Darling Basin: overexploitation, water regime changes, salinisation.7. Southwest dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands: water regime changes, hotter conditions, extreme events.8. Offshore islands: invasive plants and animals, extreme events, ocean changes.9. Temperate eucalypt forests: hotter temperatures and changes in fire and water regimes.10. Mangroves and salt marshes: hotter temperatures, rising sea-levels, water regime changesName 2 environments which are affected by changing temperatures
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Urban Environments
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Dry Rainforests
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Mountain Ecosystems
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Salt Mangroves
Correct Answer(s)
B. Dry Rainforests
D. Salt MangrovesExplanation
The two environments that are affected by changing temperatures are Dry Rainforests and Salt Mangroves. Dry Rainforests are threatened by changing fire regimes and hotter temperatures, which can disrupt the delicate balance of the ecosystem. Salt Mangroves are also affected by hotter temperatures, as well as rising sea-levels and changes in water regimes, which can impact their ability to survive and thrive.Rate this question:
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- Teach others about the importance of the environment and how they can help save ............
- Restore ........... ecosystems by planting trees on .......... where forests have been cut down.
- Encourage people to live in a way that doesn't .......... the environment.
- Establish parks to protect rainforests and .........
- Support companies that operate in ways that ............damage to the environment.
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rainforests, damaged, land, hurt, wildlife, minimize
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minimize, rainforests, damaged, land, hurt, wildlife
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minimize, damaged, land, wildlife, hurt, rainforests
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Damaged, land, hurt, wildlife, minimize, rainforests
Correct Answer
A. rainforests, damaged, land, hurt, wildlife, minimize - 9.
Which of these is NOT a way which we can protect the biodiversity of rainforests?
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Using animal cruelty free products
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Using un-recycled paper
- C.
Using recycled paper
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Picking up rubbish in rainforest areas
Correct Answer
B. Using un-recycled paperExplanation
Using un-recycled paper is not a way to protect the biodiversity of rainforests because un-recycled paper contributes to deforestation. The production of paper from virgin wood pulp involves cutting down trees, including those from rainforests, which leads to habitat destruction and loss of biodiversity. On the other hand, using recycled paper helps to reduce the demand for virgin wood pulp and minimizes the impact on rainforests. Therefore, choosing recycled paper over un-recycled paper is an effective way to protect the biodiversity of rainforests.Rate this question:
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What is ecotourism?
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Sustainable and properly planned tourism where the revenue contributes to the conservation of the forest.
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The act of taking flora around the world for tourism.
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Going on a holiday that is purely economy class
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The act of travelling the world to contribute to global warming.
Correct Answer
A. Sustainable and properly planned tourism where the revenue contributes to the conservation of the forest.Explanation
Ecotourism refers to sustainable and properly planned tourism that focuses on conserving the environment, particularly forests. It involves activities that minimize negative impacts on the ecosystem and local communities while generating revenue that directly contributes to the conservation and preservation of forests. This form of tourism aims to promote environmental awareness, conservation efforts, and economic development in the areas visited, ensuring the long-term sustainability of natural resources and biodiversity.Rate this question:
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How does sustained yield forestry work?
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All trees in an areas of low soil nutrients are sustained by a fertiliser year round.
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The process of giving up forests to big corporations.
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A forest is segmented so that whilst some areas are being harvested, others are growing.
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Coral is replanted in the ocean floor.
Correct Answer
C. A forest is segmented so that whilst some areas are being harvested, others are growing.Explanation
Sustained yield forestry is a management approach that aims to maintain a balance between harvesting timber from a forest and allowing the forest to regenerate. This is achieved by dividing the forest into different segments or compartments. While one segment is being harvested, other segments are left untouched to allow trees to grow and regenerate. This ensures a continuous supply of timber while also preserving the forest ecosystem and preventing overexploitation.Rate this question:
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What programs have been created to combat deforestation?
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“Speak for the trees, drink life to the lees"
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STOP MOWING THE LAWN
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Plant-A-Tree and Adopt-A-Hectare
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Steve Irwin’s wildlife warriors
Correct Answer
C. Plant-A-Tree and Adopt-A-HectareExplanation
Plant-A-Tree and Adopt-A-Hectare are programs that have been created to combat deforestation. These programs aim to address the issue of deforestation by encouraging individuals and organizations to actively participate in reforestation efforts. Plant-A-Tree focuses on planting trees in areas that have been deforested, while Adopt-A-Hectare allows individuals to financially support the protection and restoration of a specific area of land. Both programs contribute to the preservation of forests and the mitigation of deforestation's negative impacts on the environment.Rate this question:
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What is a social impact of deforestation and overexploitation
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The amount of carbon dioxide in the air will increase
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People who live in the area have their environment capitalized, causing society uproar and division
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The oceans are destroyed
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The Lorax comes into society to "save the trees"
Correct Answer
B. People who live in the area have their environment capitalized, causing society uproar and divisionExplanation
Deforestation and overexploitation have a social impact on the people living in the affected area. When their environment is capitalized, it means that it is taken advantage of for economic gain without considering the long-term consequences. This leads to a sense of injustice and anger among the local population, causing uproar and division within the society. The destruction of their natural surroundings disrupts their way of life, livelihoods, and cultural practices, further exacerbating the social impact.Rate this question:
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Which one of these is NOT an environmental impact of deforestation and overexploitation?
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It is estimated that within 100 years there will be no rainforests.
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The rate of deforestation equals to loss of 20 football fields every minute.
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Deforestation is the biggest killer of aquatic life
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The West African region, which boasted of lush green tropical forests in the 19th century, has been stripped of 90 percent of its forest cover over the last century
Correct Answer
C. Deforestation is the biggest killer of aquatic life -
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Define deforestation
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The removal of coral from the ocean
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Deforestation is the clearing of trees, transforming a forest into cleared land
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The growing of trees to make up for deforestation
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Killing animals in the forest
Correct Answer
B. Deforestation is the clearing of trees, transforming a forest into cleared landExplanation
Deforestation refers to the process of removing trees and clearing forests, resulting in the transformation of a forested area into cleared land. This activity is typically done to make space for agriculture, urbanization, logging, or other human activities. It is not related to the removal of coral from the ocean, the growing of trees to compensate for deforestation, or killing animals in the forest.Rate this question:
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What is overexploitation of rainforests?
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The over use of wildlife and plant species by people for food, clothing, pets, medicine, sport and many other purposes.
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Taking advantage of forests
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The use or portrayal of forests in the mass media to increase the appeal of media or a product to the detriment of, or without regard to, the interests of the forests portrayed.
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The Palmer United Party
Correct Answer
A. The over use of wildlife and plant species by people for food, clothing, pets, medicine, sport and many other purposes.Explanation
Overexploitation of rainforests refers to the excessive use of wildlife and plant species by humans for various purposes such as food, clothing, pets, medicine, and sports. This leads to the depletion of these resources and can have detrimental effects on the biodiversity and ecosystem of rainforests.Rate this question:
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