Ecological Sustainability Quiz

What is one of the main challenges in balancing human progress with ecological sustainability?

• Reducing technological advancements

• Increasing urbanization

• Finding new resources

• Managing Earth's natural resources responsibly

What is the primary focus of conservation ecology?

• Increasing human population

• Preserving the health of Earth's ecosystems

• Developing new species

• Eliminating all predators

What is a benefit of diverse ecosystems?

• They provide a variety of resources for medicine

• They reduce the need for conservation

• They increase the risk of natural disasters

• They limit food production

What is deforestation primarily caused by?

• Climate change

• Natural disasters

• Human activities like logging and agriculture

• Animal migration

Which practice is responsible for the destruction of marine habitats?

• Overfishing

• Trawling

• Deforestation

• Urban development

What is a consequence of habitat loss?

• Increased biodiversity

• Improved air quality

• Decreased species extinction

• Loss of ecosystems and species

What is overharvesting?

• Planting more crops than needed

• Hunting or catching organisms faster than they can reproduce

• Cutting down trees for paper production

• Using too much water for irrigation

How does pollution threaten ecological sustainability?

• By increasing biodiversity

• By promoting plant growth

• By reducing carbon emissions

• By introducing harmful materials into the environment

What is one way individuals can help improve sustainability?

• Driving more frequently

• Reducing waste and choosing eco-friendly products

• Leaving lights on

• Taking longer showers

How can supporting conservation efforts improve sustainability?

• By increasing pollution

• By cutting down more trees

• By reducing biodiversity

• By protecting ecosystems and raising awareness