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Question (31)

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Which of the following best explains the ecological importance of biodiversity hotspots?

(A) They support healthy ecosystems and food webs
(B) They contain only rare plants
(C) They prevent all natural disasters
(D) They support only human activities

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Biodiversity hotspots support balanced ecosystems and interconnected food webs.

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Question (32)

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Which biodiversity hotspot includes mountain ecosystems with varied temperature zones?

(A) Himalayas
(B) Sundaland only
(C) Indo-Gangetic plains
(D) Coastal Odisha only

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

The Himalayas contain mountain ecosystems with varied climates and habitats.

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Question (33)

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A region with many endemic species but no habitat destruction would

(A) automatically become a hotspot
(B) not fully satisfy hotspot criteria
(C) have no biodiversity importance
(D) contain no ecosystems

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Biodiversity hotspots require both endemic species and significant habitat loss.

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Question (34)

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Which example correctly shows the relationship between habitat diversity and biodiversity?

(A) Uniform deserts support maximum endemic organisms
(B) Diverse climates support varied species
(C) Identical soils reduce species extinction
(D) Regions without rainfall support highest biodiversity

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Diverse habitats and climates support a greater variety of species.

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Question (35)

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The main reason biodiversity hotspots are vulnerable is because

(A) they contain too many oceans
(B) endemic organisms have limited distribution
(C) species migrate frequently
(D) all organisms reproduce slowly

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Endemic species occur in limited regions and are highly affected by habitat loss.

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Question (36)

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Which of the following species is associated with the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot?

(A) Lion-tailed macaque
(B) Penguin
(C) Reindeer
(D) Kangaroo

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Lion-tailed macaque is an endemic species of the Western Ghats.

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Question (37)

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Which situation represents a threat to endemic species?

(A) Protection of natural forests
(B) Destruction of local habitats
(C) Controlled eco-tourism
(D) Wildlife conservation programmes

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Habitat destruction threatens the survival of endemic species.

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Question (38)

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Why can loss of one endemic species disturb an ecosystem?

(A) Species are interconnected through food webs
(B) Endemic species have no ecological role
(C) Ecosystems depend only on climate
(D) Organisms survive independently

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Organisms in ecosystems are interconnected through food chains and food webs.

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Question (39)

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Which pair is incorrectly matched?

(A) Neelakurinji — endemic plant
(B) Sundaland — biodiversity hotspot
(C) Nilgiri tahr — endemic species
(D) Lion-tailed macaque — migratory bird

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Lion-tailed macaque is a mammal endemic to the Western Ghats, not a migratory bird.

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Question (40)

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A researcher compares two regions. Region X has many endemic species and severe habitat loss. Region Y has many species but little habitat disturbance. Which is more likely to be called a biodiversity hotspot?

(A) Region X
(B) Region Y
(C) Both equally
(D) Neither region

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Biodiversity hotspots must have high endemic diversity and serious habitat destruction.

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Which of the following best explains the ecological importance of biodiversity hotspots?

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Which biodiversity hotspot includes mountain ecosystems with varied temperature zones?

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A region with many endemic species but no habitat destruction would

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Which example correctly shows the relationship between habitat diversity and biodiversity?

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The main reason biodiversity hotspots are vulnerable is because

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Question (36)

Which of the following species is associated with the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot?

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Which situation represents a threat to endemic species?

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Why can loss of one endemic species disturb an ecosystem?

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Which pair is incorrectly matched?

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Question (40)

A researcher compares two regions. Region X has many endemic species and severe habitat loss. Region Y has many species but little habitat disturbance. Which is more likely to be called a biodiversity hotspot?

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