Fragile Environments Quiz

What is the primary threat to coral reef ecosystems?

• The primary threat to coral reef ecosystems is lack of predators

• The primary threat to coral reef ecosystems is human activities such as overfishing, pollution, and climate change.

• The primary threat to coral reef ecosystems is excessive rainfall

• The primary threat to coral reef ecosystems is excessive sunlight exposure

How does deforestation impact biodiversity in fragile environments?

• Deforestation can lead to the loss of habitat for many species, causing a decline in biodiversity in fragile environments.

• Deforestation only affects non-fragile environments

• Deforestation increases biodiversity in fragile environments

• Deforestation has no impact on biodiversity in fragile environments

What are the major threats to rainforest ecosystems?

• Industrialization and air pollution

• Deforestation, climate change, illegal logging, and agriculture expansion are major threats to rainforest ecosystems.

• Overpopulation and urbanization

• Marine pollution and overfishing

What are some of the key species that rely on coral reef ecosystems for survival?

• Polar bears and penguins

• Desert snakes and scorpions

• Kangaroos and koalas

• Algunas de las especies clave que dependen de los ecosistemas de arrecifes de coral para sobrevivir son los peces tropicales, las tortugas marinas, los tiburones y las rayas.

How does human activity contribute to the degradation of fragile environments?

• Human activity contributes to the preservation of fragile environments

• Human activity contributes to the degradation of fragile environments through deforestation, pollution, overfishing, and habitat destruction.

• Human activity has no impact on fragile environments

• Human activity only affects non-fragile environments

What are the consequences of losing biodiversity in fragile environments?

• Decreased vulnerability to environmental changes

• Enhanced availability of valuable resources

• Increased stability of ecosystems

• The consequences of losing biodiversity in fragile environments include disruption of ecosystems, loss of valuable resources, and increased vulnerability to environmental changes.

What are some of the measures that can be taken to protect coral reef ecosystems?

• Increasing pollution and runoff

• Ignoring the importance of coral reefs

• Encouraging unsustainable fishing practices

• Some measures to protect coral reef ecosystems include establishing marine protected areas, reducing pollution and runoff, promoting sustainable fishing practices, and raising awareness about the importance of coral reefs.

How does climate change affect fragile environments such as coral reefs and rainforests?

• Climate change has no impact on fragile environments

• Climate change only affects polar regions

• Climate change can lead to rising sea temperatures and ocean acidification, which can harm coral reefs. It can also result in changes in rainfall patterns and increased frequency of extreme weather events, affecting the delicate balance of rainforests.

• Coral reefs and rainforests benefit from climate change

What are the economic benefits of preserving fragile environments?

• Preserving fragile environments can lead to economic benefits such as ecotourism, sustainable resource management, and protection of valuable ecosystems that provide essential services like clean water and air.

• Preserving fragile environments has no impact on the economy

• Destroying fragile environments can lead to economic benefits by exploiting natural resources

• Developing infrastructure in fragile environments can boost the economy

What role do indigenous communities play in protecting fragile environments?

• Indigenous communities have no impact on protecting fragile environments

• Indigenous communities only focus on exploiting natural resources

• Indigenous communities play a crucial role in protecting fragile environments by utilizing traditional knowledge and sustainable practices, and advocating for the preservation of their ancestral lands.

• Indigenous communities are not concerned with preserving their ancestral lands