Preserving Our Planet: The Impact of Human Activities on Earth

The video discusses the environmental impact of human activities, focusing on deforestation and its negative effects on ecosystems and wildlife. It highlights the growing human population's demand for resources, leading to habitat destruction and species extinction. The video also reviews key concepts and includes quiz questions to reinforce learning.

What is the term for the process where forests are cleared for human use?

• Population

• Socialization

• Translation

• Deforestation

Approximately how many people currently inhabit the Earth?

• About 2 billion

• About 3 million

• More than 7 billion

• Nearly 5 billion

Which of the following is a consequence of deforestation in tropical rainforests?

• More rainfall

• Increased biodiversity

• Endangered species

• Improved air quality

Which animal is an example of a species that became extinct due to deforestation?

• Greater short-tailed bat

• Bald eagle

• African elephant

• Giant panda

Which of these animals is NOT extinct?

• Caribbean monk seal

• Sea mink

• Passenger pigeon

• Bengal tiger