World Wetlands Day Quiz

Mangroves in coastal wetlands are important for:

• Soil erosion prevention

• Desertification

• Oil extraction

• Wind energy production

When is World Wetlands Day celebrated?

• February 2

• March 15

• April 22

• May 5

Which wetland is designated as a site of international importance under the Ramsar Convention?

• Yellowstone National Park

• Serengeti National Park

• Sundarbans

• Great Barrier Reef

Wetlands are crucial for water purification through a process known as:

• Desalination

• Eutrophication

• Filtration

• Condensation

In which year was the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands adopted?

• 1962

• 1971

• 1980

• 1992

How do wetlands contribute to flood control?

• By promoting deforestation

• By acting as sponges that absorb excess water

• By encouraging urbanization

• By increasing impervious surfaces

What term is commonly used to describe the fluctuation between wet and dry conditions in wetlands?

• Eutrophication

• Hydroponics

• Hydroperiod

• Desiccation

Peatlands play a vital role in storing carbon. What type of soil characterizes peatlands?

• Sandy soil

• Loamy soil

• Peaty soil

• Clayey soil

Wetlands are often referred to as the 'kidneys of the landscape' because they:

• Filter pollutants from water

• Support biodiversity

• Regulate climate

• Generate renewable energy

Which of the following is not a type of wetland?

• Marsh

• Desert

• Swamp

• Bog