Environment, biodiversity and disaster management. - One Line Questions

1. What is a 'biodome'? — A sealed environment containing plants and animals
2. What is the main cause of soil erosion? — Overgrazing and deforestation
3. What is the term for the process of land becoming desert-like due to human activities or climate change? — Desertification
4. Which type of pollution is caused by excessive use of fertilizers and pesticides in agriculture? — Water pollution
5. What is the 'Paris Agreement' an international treaty on? — Climate change and greenhouse gas emissions
6. What is the term for a large area of land with specific climate, soil, and vegetation characteristics? — Biome
7. Which of the following is a measure for mitigating floods? — Constructing dams and levees
8. What does 'acid rain' primarily damage? — Buildings and forests
9. What is 'biodiversity' crucial for? — Ensuring ecosystem stability and resilience
10. What is the term for the gradual increase in the average temperature of the Earth's atmosphere? — Global warming
11. Which of the following is a primary source of renewable energy? — Solar Power
12. Which natural disaster poses the greatest threat to coastal communities? — Tsunami
13. What is the term for the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem? — Biodiversity
14. What is the term for a species that has died out completely? — Extinct
15. Which term describes the intentional introduction of a species into an ecosystem where it does not naturally occur? — Invasive species
16. Which of the following is a key component of a food web? — All of the above
17. What is the process by which water vapor changes into liquid water, forming clouds? — Condensation
18. Which type of disaster is characterized by the sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust? — Earthquake
19. Which renewable energy source harnesses the power of moving air? — Wind energy
20. Which environmental issue is characterized by the thinning of the Earth's protective layer that shields life from harmful ultraviolet radiation? — Ozone depletion
21. What is the process of converting waste materials into new materials and objects? — Recycling
22. Which of the following is a consequence of deforestation? — Habitat loss and desertification
23. What is the primary function of wetlands in disaster management? — Absorbing floodwaters and reducing storm surge impact
24. What is the main purpose of a 'National Park'? — Conservation of natural environment and wildlife
25. Which organization is the nodal agency for disaster management in India? — NDMA (National Disaster Management Authority)
26. Which international agreement focuses on the conservation of biological diversity? — Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)
27. Which international treaty aims to protect the ozone layer? — Montreal Protocol
28. What is the process of burning waste materials at high temperatures? — Incineration
29. Which of the following is an example of a primary producer in an ecosystem? — Grass
30. What is the primary goal of 'Ecotourism'? — Tourism that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people
31. Which of the following is a critical component of sustainable development? — Balancing economic, social, and environmental needs
32. Which disaster management phase involves immediate response and relief efforts? —
33. Which gas is primarily responsible for the greenhouse effect? — Carbon Dioxide
34. What is the primary gas released during the combustion of fossil fuels that contributes to air pollution? — Sulfur Dioxide
35. What is the term for the relationship between two species where both benefit? — Mutualism
36. What is the 'Kyoto Protocol' primarily concerned with? — Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions
37. Which of the following is a significant source of water pollution? — Sewage and industrial discharge
38. What is the process by which plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen? — Photosynthesis
39. Which renewable energy source uses the kinetic energy of moving water? — Hydroelectric energy
40. Which type of energy is derived from the heat within the Earth? — Geothermal energy
41. What is the term for the variety of ecosystems in a given region? — Ecosystem diversity
42. Which of the following is a major threat to marine biodiversity? — Ocean acidification and pollution
43. What is 'biomagnification'? — The accumulation of toxins in organisms at successively higher levels in a food chain
44. What is the main role of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)? — To provide scientific assessments on climate change
45. What is the primary goal of disaster preparedness? — To minimize the impact of disasters through planning and training
46. What is the main objective of conservation of biodiversity? — To maintain ecological balance and prevent extinction
47. Which of the following is a type of natural disaster caused by volcanic activity? — Volcanic eruption
48. Which of the following is a major source of methane emissions? — Livestock farming and landfills
49. Which of the following is a major cause of climate change? — Human activities releasing greenhouse gases
50. Which international organization is dedicated to environmental protection and sustainable development? — UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme)
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