Unit 2 Principles of Habitat Conservation and Management

Front

What are ecosystem services?

Back

Ecosystem services are the benefits that humans derive from ecosystems, including provisioning (food, water), regulating (climate, floods), cultural (recreation, spiritual), and supporting services (nutrient cycling, soil formation).

Front

What is cultural service in the context of habitats?

Back

Cultural services are non-material benefits obtained from ecosystems, such as recreational, aesthetic, and spiritual experiences.

Front

What percentage of Earth's fresh water is found in glaciers and underground aquifers?

Back

99% of Earth's fresh water is trapped in glaciers or underground aquifers.

Front

What was the first established national park in the United States?

Back

Yellowstone National Park, established in 1872, was the first national park in the United States.

Front

What is the Neritic zone?

Back

The Neritic zone is the ocean zone that extends from the low tide mark to the edge of the continental shelf, characterized by shallow waters and abundant marine life.

Front

What is urban sprawl?

Back

Urban sprawl refers to the uncontrolled expansion of urban areas into the surrounding rural land, often leading to environmental degradation.

Front

What are the main threats to habitat conservation?

Back

Main threats include habitat destruction, pollution, climate change, invasive species, and overexploitation of resources.

Front

What is the significance of biodiversity in habitat conservation?

Back

Biodiversity is crucial for ecosystem resilience, providing stability, and supporting ecosystem services essential for human survival.

Front

What role do protected areas play in habitat conservation?

Back

Protected areas help conserve biodiversity, protect ecosystems, and provide a refuge for endangered species.

Front

What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?

Back

Renewable resources can be replenished naturally over time (e.g., solar energy, forests), while non-renewable resources exist in finite amounts and cannot be replaced (e.g., fossil fuels, minerals).