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  • Genetic diversity refers to the variety of genes
  • What does the term 'biodiversity' refer to in an ecosystem?
    Variety of living organisms
  • What is species diversity in the context of biodiversity?
    Variety of species
  • Match the component of biodiversity with its definition:
    Genetic diversity ↔️ Variety of genes within a species
    Species diversity ↔️ Variety of different species
    Ecosystem diversity ↔️ Variety of different ecosystems
  • What are the three main components of biodiversity?
    Genetic, species, ecosystem
  • What is the importance of ecosystem diversity?
    Provides ecological services
  • Arrange the components of biodiversity from the smallest to the largest scale.
    1️⃣ Genetic diversity
    2️⃣ Species diversity
    3️⃣ Ecosystem diversity
  • Human benefits from biodiversity include food, medicines, and clean water.
  • What are the main threats to biodiversity?
    Habitat loss, overexploitation, pollution, climate change, invasive species
  • Overexploitation can drive species to extinction.
    True
  • Invasive species disrupt the natural balance of ecosystems.
  • Match the conservation strategy with its benefit:
    Habitat restoration ↔️ Rebuilds degraded ecosystems
    Protected areas ↔️ Preserves natural environments
    Captive breeding ↔️ Boosts endangered species
    Legislation ↔️ Enforces conservation laws
  • Enforcement is necessary for conservation legislation to be effective.

    True
  • Biodiversity comprises genetic, species, and ecosystem diversity.
    True
  • Arrange the components of biodiversity in increasing order of scale:
    1️⃣ Genetic diversity
    2️⃣ Species diversity
    3️⃣ Ecosystem diversity
  • Genetic diversity enhances the adaptability of a species to environmental changes.
  • Species diversity supports complex food webs and ecological interactions.
    True
  • Higher biodiversity leads to more resilient ecosystems that can withstand disturbances.
  • What is the definition of ecosystem stability?
    Maintaining structure and function
  • Match the environmental service with its description:
    Pollination ↔️ Fertilizes crops
    Carbon sequestration ↔️ Reduces atmospheric CO2
    Climate regulation ↔️ Maintains weather patterns
  • Habitat loss reduces available space and resources for species.
  • How does climate change impact biodiversity?
    Disrupts ecosystems and forces species migration
  • What are four common conservation strategies for biodiversity?
    Habitat restoration, protected areas, captive breeding, legislation
  • Captive breeding is not a long-term solution for biodiversity conservation.