Exploring Earth's Biodiversity and Ecosystems

Exploring Earth's Biodiversity and Ecosystems

12th Grade

19 Qs

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Exploring Earth's Biodiversity and Ecosystems

Exploring Earth's Biodiversity and Ecosystems

Assessment

Quiz

History

12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Stacy Denisse Martínez Jiménez

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19 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the definition of biodiversity?

Biodiversity is the total biomass of all living organisms on Earth.

Biodiversity is the study of how ecosystems function.

Biodiversity is the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

Biodiversity refers to the number of species in a single organism.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Describe the characteristics of an ecosystem.

An ecosystem only includes abiotic factors like soil and water.

An ecosystem is solely made up of plants and animals without any interaction.

An ecosystem consists of living organisms interacting with each other and their environment, characterized by biodiversity, energy flow, nutrient cycling, and ecological balance.

Ecosystems are static and do not change over time.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What defines a savanna ecosystem?

A savanna ecosystem is characterized by dense forests and high rainfall.

A savanna ecosystem is defined by a cold climate with minimal vegetation.

A savanna ecosystem consists mainly of wetlands and marshes.

A savanna ecosystem is defined by grasslands with scattered trees, a seasonal climate, and diverse wildlife.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How does a rainforest differ from other forest types?

Rainforests have low biodiversity and are mostly dry.

Rainforests differ from other forest types by having high rainfall, humidity, biodiversity, and a multi-layered canopy.

Rainforests are found only in cold climates.

Rainforests consist of only one layer of trees.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What are the main features of a desert biome?

High humidity and low temperatures

Main features of a desert biome include low rainfall, high temperatures, extreme temperature fluctuations, and specialized plants and animals.

Abundant rainfall and tropical plants

Consistent mild temperatures year-round

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What does the term 'tropical' refer to in environmental science?

Regions between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn.

Regions near the equator only.

Areas above the Arctic Circle.

Temperate zones between 30° and 60° latitude.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How would you describe a temperate climate?

A temperate climate has high humidity and constant rainfall throughout the year.

A temperate climate is characterized by extreme temperatures and no seasons.

A temperate climate is always warm and does not experience cold weather.

A temperate climate has moderate temperatures, distinct seasons, and regular precipitation.

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