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Question (21)

QN008319

A student states that all forests are biodiversity hotspots. Which observation disproves this statement?

(A) Some forests lack endemic species
(B) All forests receive rainfall
(C) Forests contain trees
(D) Forests support oxygen production

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Not all forests qualify as hotspots because some lack endemic species.

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Question (22)

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Which of the following is most directly related to biodiversity conservation?

(A) Destroying wetlands
(B) Protecting endemic species
(C) Expanding urban settlements in forests
(D) Hunting wildlife

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Conservation aims to protect endemic and threatened species.

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Question (23)

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Why are biodiversity hotspots prioritised for conservation?

(A) They contain only common organisms
(B) They support rich endemic diversity under threat
(C) They are free from environmental damage
(D) They contain no human settlements

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Hotspots contain many threatened endemic species needing urgent protection.

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Question (24)

QN008322

If the Western Ghats lose large forest areas, which outcome is most likely?

(A) Increase in endemic species
(B) Extinction risk for unique organisms
(C) Formation of glaciers
(D) Reduction in rainfall globally

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Habitat destruction increases extinction risk for endemic species.

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Question (25)

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Which of the following regions has the greatest chance of supporting high biodiversity?

(A) Region with uniform climate and soil
(B) Region with varied climate and habitats
(C) Region with no vegetation
(D) Region with permanent ice cover only

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Diverse habitats and climates support more organisms.

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Question (26)

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A conservationist studying endemic plants in North East India is most likely working in the

(A) Sundaland hotspot
(B) Indo-Burma hotspot
(C) Arctic zone
(D) Sahara region

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

North East India forms part of the Indo-Burma hotspot.

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Question (27)

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Which statement about endemic species is correct?

(A) They are found worldwide
(B) They are always migratory
(C) They are naturally restricted to a specific region
(D) They survive only in deserts

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Endemic species are limited naturally to one region.

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Question (28)

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Why do diverse habitats support more species?

(A) All organisms need identical conditions
(B) Different habitats provide different survival conditions
(C) Species avoid diverse regions
(D) Habitat diversity reduces adaptation

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Different habitats meet the survival needs of different organisms.

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Question (29)

QN008327

Which activity would help conserve India’s biodiversity hotspots?

(A) Clearing forests for mining
(B) Reducing habitat destruction
(C) Increasing pollution
(D) Hunting endemic organisms

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Reducing habitat destruction helps protect biodiversity.

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Question (30)

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A plant species found only in the Western Ghats is discovered to be rapidly declining due to deforestation. This plant should be classified as

(A) cosmopolitan species
(B) endemic species under threat
(C) invasive species
(D) migratory species

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

A species restricted to one region and declining due to habitat loss is an endemic species under threat.

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Question (21)

A student states that all forests are biodiversity hotspots. Which observation disproves this statement?

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Question (22)

Which of the following is most directly related to biodiversity conservation?

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Question (23)

Why are biodiversity hotspots prioritised for conservation?

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Question (24)

If the Western Ghats lose large forest areas, which outcome is most likely?

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Question (25)

Which of the following regions has the greatest chance of supporting high biodiversity?

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A conservationist studying endemic plants in North East India is most likely working in the

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Question (27)

Which statement about endemic species is correct?

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Question (28)

Why do diverse habitats support more species?

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Question (29)

Which activity would help conserve India’s biodiversity hotspots?

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A plant species found only in the Western Ghats is discovered to be rapidly declining due to deforestation. This plant should be classified as

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