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Forests provide both ecological and economic services. Which of the following is considered as economic provision of forests? Select your answer. A. water and air purification B. recreation C. local climate regulation D. carbon storage

Answer The economic provision of forests is the production of economic goods, such as timber, fruits, and other products that provide direct benefit to people. Timber Forests are the world’s largest source of timber, which is used in construction, furniture,

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Which of the following refers to the general pattern of atmospheric conditions in a given area over periods ranging from at least three decades to thousands of years? Select your answer. A. meteorology B. climate C. biodiversity D. weather

Answer: B. Climate Climate is the general pattern of atmospheric conditions of a given area over periods ranging from at least three decades to thousands of years. Meteorology is the study of the atmosphere and weather, where weather refers to

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Which of the following statements are TRUE? 1. Species are vital part of Earth’s natural capital II. Species contribute to economic services which humans depend on. III. Species provide ecosystem services that help humans to live. Select your answer. A. II and III B. I and III C. 1. II, and III Dm I and II

Answer The correct answer is A. II and III. Species play a vital role in Earth’s natural capital and contribute to economic services which humans depend on. Species also provide ecosystem services that help humans to live. Supporting Subsections Species

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Walking through the Earth from the equator to the North, you will encounter the following biomes in proper order Select your answer. A. Desert, Chaparral, Grassland, Tundra B. Equator, Tropic of Cancer, Tropic of Capricorn, Ice caps C. Tropical Rainforest, Temperate Deciduous Forest, Taiga, Tundra D. Taiga, Tundra, Temperate Deciduous Forest, Desert

Answer: Walking Through the Earth From the Equator to the North The correct answer is C: Tropical Rainforest, Temperate Deciduous Forest, Taiga, Tundra. Walking from the equator to the north, the climate and vegetation changes from tropical to temperate and

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El Niño phenomenon occurs when Select your answer. A. The prevailing winds in Atlantic Ocean change direction. B. The earth’s rotation reversed. C. The warm water current stopped or reversed. D. The sun’s radiation the reaches the Earth decreased.

Answer: The El Niño Phenomenon The El Niño phenomenon is a natural climate pattern where the surface temperature of the equatorial Pacific Ocean rises to above-average levels and creates a cascade of global environmental impacts. It is caused by a

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DDT is a fat-soluble chemical that can accumulate in the fatty tissues of animals. In a food chain or food web, the accumulated DDT is biologically magnified in the bodies of animals at each higher trophic level. Among the following, which trophic level is most threatened by biological magnification? Select your answer. A. third trophic level B. first trophic level C. second trophic level D. fourth trophic level

Answer DDT is a fat-soluble chemical that can accumulate in the fatty tissues of animals. In a food chain or food web, the accumulated DDT is biologically magnified in the bodies of animals at each higher trophic level. The fourth

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Which of these factors contributes to greenhouse effect? Select your answer. A. Use of carbon dioxide by plants B. Use of solar glass panels to capture radiant energy C. Destruction of forests D. Depletion of minerals by over farming

What is the Greenhouse Effect? The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in the Earth’s atmosphere, such as water vapor, carbon dioxide, and methane, trap heat and cause the planet’s surface temperature to rise. This phenomenon is

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Which can be done to protect species/ Select your answer. A. Buy fur and items from threatened species B. Obtain ivory products from endangered animals C. Do not buy pets and plants taken from the wild D. Use only wood products from old- growth products

Answer: Option D – Use only wood products from old-growth forests Old-growth forests are forests that have existed for centuries and are home to many species of plants and animals. By using only wood products from old-growth forests, we can

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Which of the following are the two prevailing monsoon winds, also known as Amihan and Habagat, in the Philippines? Select your answer. A. Northeast and Southwest monsoon B. Northeast and Southeast monsoon C. Northwest and Southeast monsoon D. Northwest and Southwest monsoon

Answer The two prevailing monsoon winds, also known as Amihan and Habagat, in the Philippines are the Northeast and Southeast monsoons (Option B). What is the Amihan and Habagat The Amihan and Habagat are two monsoon winds that prevail in

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DDT (dichloro-diphenyl-trichloroethane) is dangerous because Select your answer. A. it exhibits biological magnification B. it can harm all organisms in contact C. it is fatal to humans even in very small amounts D. it stays on Earth forever

Answer: DDT is Dangerous Because of Biological Magnification DDT (dichloro-diphenyl-trichloroethane) is a chemical that was widely used to combat insects in the mid-1900s but has since been banned due to its adverse effects on the environment and the organisms that

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Biodiversity researchers summarize the most important direct causes of extinction and threats to ecosystem services using acronym HIPPCO. What does “O” mean? Select your answer. A. Overgeneration B. Overfishing C. Overconsumption D. Overexploitation

Answer: What Does “O” Mean in HIPPCO? The acronym HIPPCO is used by biodiversity researchers to summarize the most important direct causes of extinction and threats to ecosystem services. HIPPCO stands for Habitat destruction, Invasive species, Pollution, Population growth, Climate

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Which of the following refers to the temporary or permanent removal of large expanses of forest for agriculture, settlements, or other uses? Select your answer. A. Desertification B. Reforestation C. Kaingin system D. Deforestation

Answer: D. Deforestation Deforestation is the process of clearing away large expanses of forest for agriculture, settlements, or other uses. It is the permanent or temporary removal of the trees and other vegetation. Deforestation can have a negative impact on

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The following are characteristics that make species more prone to extinction EXCEPT: Select your answer. have commercially valuable body parts generalized niche require large territories feeds at high trophic levels

Answer: Characteristics That Make Species More Prone to Extinction Certain characteristics make species more prone to extinction. These include having commercially valuable body parts, having a specialized niche, requiring large territories, and feeding at high trophic levels. The characteristic that

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Which of the following can be done to protect aquatic biodiversity? I. establish protected marine areas II. manage coastal development III. engage to overfishing IV. reduce water pollution Select your answer. I, II and IV I, II, III and IV II, III and IV 1, III and IV

Answer: Protecting Aquatic Biodiversity Aquatic biodiversity can be protected by a variety of different methods. The most effective methods include establishing protected marine areas, managing coastal development, engaging to overfishing and reducing water pollution. These methods are the most effective

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To sustain tropical forest ecosystems, preventive and restorative approaches can be done. Which of the following falls under restoration? Select your answer. A. Rehabilitate degraded areas. B. Protect the most diverse and endangered areas. C. Reduce poverty and slow population growth D. Educate settlers about sustainable agriculture and forestry.

Answer: Restoration of Tropical Forest Ecosystems Restoration of tropical forest ecosystems is an important part of sustainable forestry. This involves both preventive and restorative approaches, aimed at preserving or restoring the natural balance of the forest and its inhabitants. Restoration

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How can species extinction be reduced and can ecosystems be sustained? 1. establishing and enforcing environmental laws II. creating and protecting wildlife sanctuaries III. establish zoos, aquariums, seed banks and botanical gardens for protection of species

IV. implementing sustainable development practices Summary Species extinction can be reduced and ecosystems can be sustained by establishing and enforcing environmental laws, creating and protecting wildlife sanctuaries, establishing zoos, aquariums, seed banks and botanical gardens for protection of species, and

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Which of the following statements about extinction is correct? Select your answer. A. Extinction is forever and we cannot do something about it. B. Background extinction rate is predicted to increase to 10,000 times in the next decades. C. Premature extinction rate is increasing 100 to 1,000 times compared to background extinction rate. D. Humans are the sole reasons for extinctions.

Answer: Extinction Extinction is a natural occurrence where species become extinct due to various environmental factors. It is important to note that extinction is a natural process and is not necessarily caused by human activities. The current extinction rate is

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Which of the following statements about extinction is correct? Select your answer. Extinction is forever and we cannot do something about it. Background extinction rate is predicted to increase to 10,000 times in the next decades. Premature extinction rate is increasing 100 to 1,000 times compared to background extinction rate. Humans are the sole reasons for extinctions.

Answer: What is Extinction? Extinction is the loss of a species caused by environmental changes, human activities, or a combination of both. When a species goes extinct, it is gone forever, and the process is irreversible. Extinction is a natural

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Which of the following can be done to control invasive species? Select your answer. A. Dump unused fishing bait into waterways. B. Use local firewood when camping C. Release wild pets in natural areas. D. Buy wild plants and animals and remove them from natural areas.

Answer: Controlling Invasive Species Invasive species can have a negative impact on local ecosystems and can rapidly take over native habitats. To best control invasive species, it is important to take preventative measures to stop the spread of the species.

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