Deforestation and Forest Conservation MCQ Test 1

1. What is the term for the practice of establishing protected areas to allow species to move between habitats?

2. Which practice involves removing selected trees from a forest while leaving others intact?

3. How does deforestation impact the carbon storage capacity of forests?

4. How does deforestation affect indigenous communities that rely on forests?

5. Which rare conservation approach focuses on restoring ecosystems by reintroducing keystone species to enhance ecological balance?

6. What is the term for the conservation practice involving the protection of large, unbroken expanses of natural habitats?

7. Which environmental impact is associated with monoculture planting in deforested areas?

8. How does climate change impact forest ecosystems?

9. What is the term for the practice of selectively removing specific tree species to mimic natural forest disturbances?

10. What is the term for the process of gradual transformation of a forest into a non-forest ecosystem?

11. What is the term for the preservation of genetic diversity in tree species to maintain their ability to adapt to changing environmental conditions?

12. What is the primary reason for deforestation?

13. Which tree planting method involves arranging trees in naturally occurring patterns to mimic a forest ecosystem?

14. Which biodiversity hotspot is known for its high concentration of unique and endangered species?

15. Which conservation strategy focuses on protecting large areas of intact forest to maintain biodiversity?

16. What is the term for the conservation strategy that focuses on preserving habitats for endangered species through community involvement?

17. Which endangered tree species is native to a specific region and plays a crucial role in the ecosystem?

18. What is the primary driver of deforestation for agricultural purposes?

19. What is the term for the practice of planting a single type of tree in a specific area?

20. What is the term for the natural process of a forest recovering and regrowing over time?

21. Which rare forest ecosystem is characterized by an overstory of tall, ancient trees and a diverse understory of shade-tolerant plants?

22. Which invasive species is known for negatively impacting forest ecosystems by outcompeting native plants?

23. Which conservation strategy focuses on creating corridors to connect fragmented habitats and facilitate wildlife movement?

24. What is the term for the practice of restoring degraded ecosystems by planting a combination of native tree species?

25. What is the term for the process of using natural predators to control pests in a forest ecosystem?

26. What is the term for the process of introducing beneficial fungi to tree roots to enhance nutrient absorption?

27. What is the term for the conversion of forests into agricultural land, often resulting in the loss of biodiversity?

28. What is the term for the process of regenerating a forest by planting trees or allowing natural regeneration?

29. Which gas is released during the decomposition of felled trees in deforested areas?

30. What is the main negative impact of deforestation on climate?

31. What is the term for the ecological impact of deforestation that results in the complete loss of certain species from an affected area?

32. Which rare method involves using trained dogs to detect and locate endangered wildlife species in dense forest areas?

33. Which rare conservation method involves using drones and satellite imagery to monitor and protect endangered forests?

34. Which forest conservation practice involves the removal of invasive plant species to restore native vegetation?

35. What is the term for the systematic removal of trees in a way that allows the forest to regenerate naturally?

36. Which type of forest management focuses on maintaining a mix of tree species and ages for biodiversity conservation?

37. What is the term for the practice of restoring degraded ecosystems and enhancing biodiversity?

38. How does deforestation affect the carbon storage capacity of forests?

39. Which practice aims to restore degraded ecosystems and improve biodiversity?

40. Which factor is a consequence of deforestation on soil quality?

41. What is the term for the practice of reintroducing extinct or locally extinct species into their native habitat?

42. Which rare practice involves the controlled burning of specific areas to maintain ecosystem health and prevent larger uncontrolled wildfires?

43. What is the primary purpose of establishing wildlife corridors in forested areas?

44. Which factor contributes to the increased vulnerability of forests to pests and diseases after deforestation?

45. What is the term for the intentional destruction of old or degraded trees to stimulate new growth in a forest?

46. What is the term for the illegal practice of cutting down trees, often for valuable hardwood?

47. What is the term for the conservation practice that involves creating artificial water sources to support wildlife and enhance biodiversity?

48. What is the term for the phenomenon where a forest ecosystem rebounds after a disturbance, forming a new and resilient equilibrium?

49. Which international treaty aims to combat deforestation and promote sustainable forest management?

50. Which term refers to the planting of trees in areas where forests have been cut or destroyed?