Understanding Wetlands

What role do wetlands play in maintaining water quality?

• They increase the amount of toxins in water.

• They act as natural water purifiers.

• They prevent water from evaporating.

• They make water flow faster.

How do wetlands help in flood control?

• By reducing the amount of water in the atmosphere.

• By creating more rivers.

• By increasing rainfall.

• By storing large amounts of water.

What is a major cause of wetland destruction?

• Animal migration.

• Natural disasters.

• Human activities like agriculture and urban development.

• Increased rainfall.

What happens to biodiversity when wetlands are destroyed?

• It remains unchanged.

• It becomes more diverse.

• It declines, endangering many species.

• It increases significantly.

What is a key strategy for protecting wetlands?

• Draining wetlands for farmland.

• Ignoring legislation.

• Promoting industrialization.

• Conservation and restoration efforts.