Loss of Biodiversity Review

What is the purpose of the Seed Vault in northern Norway?

• To grow crops in the future

• To prevent sea level rise

• To study tectonic activities

• To protect the seeds of humanity

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

What are the main causes of biodiversity loss?

• Habitat loss, invasive species, climate change, overharvesting, and pollution

• Genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosystem diversity

• Deforestation, overfishing, and air pollution

• Water pollution, soil erosion, and global warming

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS2-7

NGSS.HS-LS4-5

What are some examples of ecosystem services provided by biodiversity?

• Maintaining climate stability and preventing natural disasters

• Filtering water, decomposing material, and pollinating crops

• Providing food, energy, and medicine

• Supporting economic development and human well-being

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS2-2

What is the conservation status of the California condor?

• Critically endangered

• Extinct in the wild

• Extinct

• Endangered

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS2-7

NGSS.HS-LS4-5

Which of the following is NOT a major cause of biodiversity loss?

• Habitat loss

• Invasive species

• Overpopulation

• Climate change

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS2-7

NGSS.HS-LS4-5

What is the IUCN Red List?

• A list of endangered species

• A list of protected areas

• A list of conservation laws

• A list of biodiversity hotspots

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS4-5

What is the main reason for the sixth mass extinction?

• Human activities

• Habitat loss

• Climate change

• Invasive species

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

NGSS.HS-LS2-7

NGSS.HS-LS4-5

What is the purpose of the Endangered Species Act in the US?

• To regulate pollution and waste

• To promote economic development

• To conserve natural resources

• To protect species and ecosystems

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS2-7

NGSS.HS-LS4-5

What is the conservation status of humans?

• Critically endangered

• Least concern

• Extinct

• Extinct in the wild

What is the main challenge in reducing biodiversity loss?

• Lack of public awareness

• Lack of economic incentives

• Lack of scientific knowledge

• Lack of political will

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS3-4

NGSS.HS-LS2-7