Land use

• What is one way humans reduce land available for animals and plants?

  By using land for buildings
• How does human activity affect biodiversity?

  It reduces biodiversity by decreasing habitats
• What are peat bogs primarily used for?

  Producing cheap compost
• Why is the decay of peat slow?

  Conditions in the peat inhibit decay
• What happens to carbon when peat is extracted and used?

  It releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere
• What are the consequences of destroying peat bogs?


  • Reduces habitat area
  • Decreases biodiversity
  • Releases carbon dioxide
  • Contributes to climate change
• What is a consequence of using peat for compost?

  It leads to carbon dioxide release
• Why have many gardeners stopped using peat-based compost?

  Due to environmental concerns
• What is a potential downside of using alternatives to peat compost for farmers?

  It could increase the price of food
• What are the main uses of land by humans that affect biodiversity?

  • Buildings (houses, factories, shops)
  • Farms
  • Quarries
  • Waste dumping (landfills)
• What is one of the main components of peat bogs?


  Large amounts of dead plant materials
• How does burning peat contribute to climate change?

  It releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere
• What is one alternative to peat compost?

  More expensive compost options
• What is the relationship between peat extraction and biodiversity?

  Peat extraction reduces biodiversity
• What is the impact of reduced land availability on animals and plants?

  It leads to habitat loss and decreased biodiversity
• What do peat bogs contains?

  Large amounts of Carbon Dioxide