Save
...
Topic 9: Ecosystems and Material Cycles
9.3 Human Impact on the Environment
9.3.2 Conservation
Save
Share
Learn
Content
Leaderboard
Share
Learn
Cards (61)
What does the term "conservation" refer to?
Protection and preservation
What are some human impacts on the environment that conservation aims to reduce?
Pollution, deforestation
Match the conservation method with its description:
Protected Areas ↔️ Limits human activity to preserve habitats
Reforestation ↔️ Restores deforested areas by planting trees
Endangered Species Protection ↔️ Protects species from hunting or poaching
Why is biodiversity important in conservation efforts?
Preserves balance of ecosystems
Conserved
environments
can provide economic benefits through tourism and agriculture.
True
Environmental regulations limit human activities that can degrade or destroy natural
habitats
Conservation efforts help maintain biodiversity by protecting habitats and endangered
species
Conservation promotes the sustainable use of natural resources for future
generations
Governments collaborate with other nations on international conservation
treaties
Conservation ensures the sustainable use of natural resources for future generations.
True
What is the purpose of reforestation in conservation efforts?
Rebuild natural ecosystems
Environmental regulations aim to reduce pollution and mitigate human impacts on
ecosystems
.
True
What environmental issue does conservation directly address by reducing deforestation?
Human impacts
How do protected areas contribute to ecosystem health?
Safeguard natural habitats
What role does conservation play in ecosystems?
Preserving health and balance
How does designating protected areas contribute to conservation?
Limits habitat destruction
Match the entity with its role in conservation:
Governments ↔️ Enact legislation and enforce regulations
Conservation Organizations ↔️ Advocate for habitat preservation
Collaboration between governments and organizations is essential for effective conservation.
True
Conservation refers to the protection and preservation of the natural environment and its
resources
Match the reason for conservation with its explanation:
Biodiversity ↔️ Maintains the balance of ecosystems
Sustainability ↔️ Ensures resource availability for future use
Economic Benefits ↔️ Supports tourism and agriculture
Conserved
environments
can provide economic benefits through tourism.
True
Sustainable resource management ensures the long-term availability of natural resources.
True
Conservation aligns with the goal of preserving the health and balance of
ecosystems
.
True
Designating
protected
areas limits human activities that can degrade habitats.
Governments enact
legislation
to establish protected areas and enforce environmental regulations.
Sustainable development aims to meet present needs without compromising
future generations
.
True
Sustainable development reduces
pollution
and conserves natural resources.
True
Match the method with its purpose in sustainable development:
Renewable energy ↔️ Reduces pollution
Recycling ↔️ Reduces waste
Green building ↔️ Improves energy efficiency
Ecosystem services like water filtration and flood control provide economic
value
.
Conservation helps maintain biodiversity by protecting habitats and endangered
species
Protected areas limit human activity to preserve habitats and
biodiversity
Sustainable resource management ensures the long-term availability of forests, fisheries, and
water
Conservation ensures sustainability by promoting the responsible use of natural
resources
Order the key impacts of conservation on ecosystems:
1️⃣ Biodiversity Preservation
2️⃣ Habitat Protection
3️⃣ Sustainable Resource Use
Conservation ensures resources are available for future generations by promoting
sustainable
use.
True
Biodiversity preservation contributes to the stability of
ecosystems
.
True
Sustainable resource use ensures
natural resources
remain available for future generations.
True
What do conservation organizations use public awareness campaigns for?
Lobbying governments
Match the entity with its role in conservation:
Governments ↔️ Provide resources for conservation programs
Conservation Organizations ↔️ Organize volunteer efforts
Conservation ensures
natural resources
are available for future generations.
True
See all 61 cards