Sophia Environmental Science
Unit 2 Milestone
1
Based on the graph, during which decade did the U.S. population
reach carrying capacity?
1980s
1990s
1960s
1970s
CONCEPT
Population Ecology
2
Which
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Sophia Environmental Science
Unit 2 Milestone
1
Based on the graph, during which decade did the U.S. population
reach carrying capacity?
1980s
1990s
1960s
1970s
CONCEPT
Population Ecology
2
Which statement accurately describes the "tundra" biome?
Evergreen forests and long cold winters are found here.
This biome contains many trees that go dormant in winter.
A layer of permafrost and a short growing season can be found here.
This biome contains most of the human population.
CONCEPT
Biomes
3
Select the statement that is indicative of valuing species for their
intrinsic value.
These wetlands must be protected because they provide flood control.
Cotton is an important crop because it can be made into fibers for clothing.
Wilderness areas are places that provide opportunities for reflection and
enjoyment.
Factory farming should be abolished because it condemns chickens to short,
miserable lives.
CONCEPT
The Role of Individual Species
4
Which of the following is NOT an example of overexploitation?
Box turtles are exported illegally as pets, and tens of thousands of them die each
year.
Although it grows slowly and produces few seeds, ginseng is harvested before it
has a chance to reproduce.
Farmers are using new irrigation techniques to sustain groundwater levels and
wetlands.
Demands for fur contributed to the near extinction of beaver and other furbearing species.
CONCEPT
Overexploitation
5
Which of the following is a non-renewable resource?
Biomass
Petroleum
Wood
Wind
CONCEPT
Natural Resources
6
Environmental scientists cite several challenges to protecting endangered
species.
Which of the following is NOT a difficulty faced by those working to
protect an endangered species?
Scientists who are focused on a single species may not recognize another
species in peril.
Fundraising can be more difficult if the species is not perceived as valuable.
Protection efforts may be slowed because of difficulty enforcing new regulations.
Extinction is natural in nature and its rate of occurrence has remained steady.
CONCEPT
Endangered Species
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