Environment Quiz 8

1. Star tortoise 
2. Monitor lizard 
3. Pygmy hog 
4. Spider monkey 

Which of the above are naturally found in India?

1. It helps in controlling soil erosion and in preventing desertification. 
2. It is a rich source of biodiesel. 
3. It has nutritional value and is well-adapted to live in cold areas of high altitudes. 
4. Its timber is of great commercial value. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. Black-necked crane 
2. Cheetah 
3. Flying squirrel 
4. Snow leopard 

Which of the above are naturally found in India?

1. The ocean as a carbon sink would be adversely affected 
2. The food chains in the ocean would be adversely affected. 
3. The density of ocean water would drastically decrease

1. The growth and survival of calcareous phytoplankton will be adversely affected. 
2. The growth and survival of coral reefs will be adversely affected. 
3. Survival of some animals that have phytoplanktonic larvae will be adversely affected. 
4. The cloud seeding and formation of clouds will be adversely affected

1. Global warming 
2. Fragmentation of habitat 
3. Invasion of alien species 
4. Promotion of vegetarianism

1. Soil formation. 
2. Prevention of soil erosion.
3. Recycling of waste. 
4. Pollination of crops.

Choose correct option.