2.2.1. Objectives

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is biodiversity?

   Hint

   Consider what different species contribute to the ecosystem.

2. 2.

   Name one method of in situ conservation.

   Hint

   Think about where animals might naturally live.

3. 3.

   What does biodiversity refer to?

   • The number of ecosystems
   • Variety of life forms
   • Collective biomass

   Hint

   Think of what biodiversity entails.

4. 4.

   Is conservation important for species survival?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the state of species in danger of extinction.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the effectiveness of combining in situ and ex situ conservation strategies. Which situations might favor one strategy over the other?

   Hint

   Consider an endangered species and its relationship with its habitat.

6. 6.

   Propose a restoration plan for an ecosystem that has experienced severe degradation. What steps would you include and why?

   Hint

   Think about what factors lead to ecosystem degradation.