Natural Resources and Their Management
Biology ⇒ Ecology and Environment
Natural Resources and Their Management starts at 7 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the role of legislation in the management of natural resources.
Describe the role of protected areas in natural resource management.
Describe two negative impacts of deforestation on the environment.
Describe two ways in which human activities can lead to the depletion of natural resources.
Explain how overgrazing affects land resources.
Explain how population growth can affect the management of natural resources.
A mining company is planning to extract minerals from a forested area. As an environmental consultant, outline the steps you would recommend to minimize the negative impacts on natural resources during and after mining operations.
A river basin is shared by three countries. Each country uses the river for agriculture, industry, and domestic purposes. Over the years, water quality and quantity have declined, affecting all users. Discuss the challenges of transboundary water resource management in this scenario and propose two solutions to ensure sustainable use.
Which of the following is a consequence of excessive groundwater extraction?
(1) Increased water table
(2) Land subsidence
(3) Enhanced soil fertility
(4) Increased rainfall
Which of the following is a consequence of habitat destruction?
(1) Increased biodiversity
(2) Species extinction
(3) Improved ecosystem services
(4) Enhanced soil fertility
Which of the following is a direct benefit of using biogas as a fuel?
(1) Increases greenhouse gas emissions
(2) Reduces waste
(3) Depletes fossil fuels
(4) Causes deforestation
Which of the following is a direct consequence of unsustainable mining practices?
(1) Increased forest cover
(2) Soil erosion
(3) Improved air quality
(4) Water conservation
Fill in the blank: The careful and planned use of natural resources to prevent their depletion is called __________.
Fill in the blank: The excessive use of fertilizers and pesticides in agriculture can lead to __________ of soil and water.
Fill in the blank: The management of fish stocks to prevent overfishing is known as __________.
Fill in the blank: The management of forests for the continuous supply of timber and other products is called __________.
True or False: Biodiversity conservation is an important aspect of natural resource management.
True or False: Community participation is important in the management of natural resources.
True or False: Fossil fuels are considered renewable resources.
True or False: Sustainable management of natural resources aims to meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
