Module 1B Test

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What type of ecological succession occurs in an environment that has never been colonized before?

Back

Primary succession.

Front

What is the primary cause of most water pollution?

Back

Human activities.

Front

What term describes a species that is no longer found living on Earth?

Back

Extinct.

Front

What is the major cause of species extinction?

Back

Habitat destruction.

Front

What type of pollution are people protecting themselves from when wearing masks in a highly polluted city?

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Air pollution.

Front

What is the process called when a community develops in an area where no soil exists?

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Primary succession.

Front

What are some common human activities that contribute to water pollution?

Back

Industrial discharge, agricultural runoff, and sewage disposal.

Front

What is the significance of biodiversity in ecosystems?

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Biodiversity contributes to ecosystem resilience, stability, and productivity.

Front

What are the main types of pollution affecting the environment?

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Air pollution, water pollution, soil pollution, and noise pollution.

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What is habitat destruction and how does it lead to extinction?

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Habitat destruction is the process of altering or eliminating natural habitats, which can lead to the loss of species that depend on those habitats.