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Which of the following is NOT an ecological reason for conserving biodiversity?
nutrient cycles depend on decomposers recycling matter
losing keystone species destabilises ecosystems
biodiversity provides inspiration for musicians and artists
food webs rely on multiple species
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Which of the following are ethical reasons for conserving biodiversity?
(Select all that apply)
humans have no right to drive other organisms to extinction
humans can get inspiration for art from biodiverse ecosystems
humans should protect and value other organisms
humans can get useful resources from biodiverse ecosystems
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Which of the following is NOT an economic reason for conserving biodiversity?
providing renewable energy and fuel source production
supporting ecotourism
providing food, medicine, and fabric production
enriching our environment and providing inspiration for artists
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Which of the following is an aesthetic reason for conserving biodiversity?
enriching our environment
providing inspiration for musicians, artists, photographers, poets, and writers
helping people recover from stress and injury
all of the above
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Which of the following is NOT an environmental service provided by diverse ecosystems?
providing inspiration for musicians and artists
forests and peat bogs absorbing carbon dioxide
organic waste material being broken down by microorganisms
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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of diverse ecosystems for industries?
helping people recover from stress and injury
providing renewable energy and fuel source production
supporting ecotourism appealing to natural scenery
providing food, medicine, and fabric production
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What term describes tourism that appeals to natural scenery and biodiversity?
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