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Which of the following is NOT a key element of conservation?
protecting natural habitats and species
preserving genetic diversity
rehabilitating damaged ecosystems
maximising resource exploitation for economic gain
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Which of the following is NOT an example of active human intervention in conservation?
habitat restoration
wildlife protection laws
controlled land-use planning
leaving habitats in their natural state without intervention
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Which of the following is/are economic reason(s) for conservation?
(Select all that apply)
ecosystems contain valuable genetic resources
species have intrinsic rights to exist
natural scenery enriches human lives
future discoveries and industries rely on biodiversity
balanced ecosystems maximise productivity
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Climax communities develop through:
habitat restoration
succession
controlled land-use planning
wildlife protection laws
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How may succession management conserve threatened habitats?
(Select all that apply)
keeping the ecosystem at the pioneer community stage
manipulating environmental conditions to inhibit progression to the next stage
preventing transition from moorland to forest
ensuring a climax community is always reached
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Which of the following are example(s) of succession management?
(Select all that apply)
removing saplings
burning vegetation
grazing by livestock
allowing natural progression to a climax forest
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Conservation efforts aim to:
protect natural habitats
preserve genetic diversity
rehabilitate damaged ecosystems
all of the above
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Which of the following is NOT an approach to active human intervention in conservation?
habitat restoration
wildlife protection laws
uncontrolled land-use planning
none of the above
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Respecting nature is considered:
an ethical reason for conservation
an economic reason for conservation
a cultural reason for conservation
an aesthetic reason for conservation
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Which of the following is NOT a cultural and aesthetic reason for conservation?
nature inspires art and music
nature provides valuable genetic resources
wildlife and scenery enrich human lives
nature enhances culture and recreation
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