Maintaining biodiversity (AQA GCSE Biology): Quizzes
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What effect have human activities had on global biodiversity?
What effect have human activities had on global biodiversity?
Caused biodiversity to decrease
Which statement describes the moral reason for maintaining biodiversity?
Which statement describes the moral reason for maintaining biodiversity?
Humans have a responsibility to protect other species
Why is biodiversity important for aesthetic reasons?
Why is biodiversity important for aesthetic reasons?
Makes the world beautiful and interesting
Why are decomposer microorganisms essential in ecosystems?
Why are decomposer microorganisms essential in ecosystems?
They're essential for the carbon cycle
What happens when species are lost from an ecosystem?
What happens when species are lost from an ecosystem?
Entire ecosystems can collapse
How do plants demonstrate practical value to humans?
How do plants demonstrate practical value to humans?
They might provide new medicines
What type of habitats are protected to keep rare species safe?
What type of habitats are protected to keep rare species safe?
Wetlands
What is the purpose of replanting hedgerows?
What is the purpose of replanting hedgerows?
Create corridors connecting habitats
How does recycling resources help maintain biodiversity?
How does recycling resources help maintain biodiversity?
Reduces harmful activities like quarrying
How do tree roots help prevent soil erosion?
How do tree roots help prevent soil erosion?
Roots hold soil together
How do trees help tackle climate change?
How do trees help tackle climate change?
Absorb during photosynthesis
What does extinction mean?
What does extinction mean?
No living individuals remain anywhere
What is inbreeding in breeding programmes?
What is inbreeding in breeding programmes?
Breeding between closely related individuals
Why do scientists monitor large carnivores like tigers?
Why do scientists monitor large carnivores like tigers?
They indicate ecosystem health