Damage to Forests and Wildlife

Q.

Name any one larvivorous fish which is a natural predator of mosquito larvae.

Q. The concept of sacred-grooves and sacred-corridors exist in our society since ancient times and today these superstitions are slowing down the environment-conservation efforts of the government.

1. True
2. False

Q.

19. Explain the following terms:

(e) Deforestation

Q.

Apart from the availability of forest products, name two other things which are affected by the destruction of forests.

Q. Question 4 (a)
How can you as an individual contribute or make a difference to the management of
(a) forests and wildlife?

Q.

Snakes are killed in large numbers because:
(a) they are very poisonous
(b) they kill rats
(c) their skin is expensive
(d) they damage the crops

Q. The development of tourism in and around forests, affects the integrity of the forests and their wildlife.

1. True
2. False

Q. Question 4 (a)
How can you as an individual contribute or make a difference to the management of
(a) forests and wildlife?

Q. Destruction of forests affects not just the availability of forest products, but also the quality of soil and the sources of water.

1. True
2. False

Q. Constructing dams and reservoirs can help in increasing the forest cover in an area.

1. True
2. False

Q. Constructing dams and reservoirs can help in increasing the forest cover in an area.

1. True
2. False

Q. Select the incorrect statement regarding forests and wildlife.

1. Forests provide variety of products
2. Forests have great plant diversity
3. Forests do not conserve soil
4. Forests conserve water

Q.

Which of the following is an effect of destruction of forests?

1. Loss of livelihoods

2. Rough Climate

3. Animals death

4. All of These

Q.

How do tourists throwing plastic bottles/covers and other litter in national parks, affect the forests?

1. Because plastic are non-biodegradable, they never decay and may block drains resulting in flooding.

2. In the long run, accumulation of plastics degrade the soil.

3. All of these.

4. Animals may eat plastics- which will affect their digestive system.