Biodiversity and Conservation Worksheet
Explore the importance of biodiversity, threats to ecosystems, and methods of conservation for Grade 7 science students.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will test your knowledge of biodiversity and conservation.
1. What is biodiversity?
The variety of human cultures in a region
The variety of life on Earth, including plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms
The total number of species in a single ecosystem
The study of ancient life forms
2. Which of the following is a major threat to biodiversity?
Habitat destruction
Ecosystem restoration
Sustainable agriculture
Protecting endangered species
1. The variety of genes within a species is called diversity.
2. When a species no longer exists, it is considered .
3. The practice of protecting and preserving natural environments and wildlife is known as .
1. Pollution can negatively impact biodiversity.
True
False
2. Introducing invasive species helps to increase native biodiversity.
True
False
1. Explain why biodiversity is important for a healthy ecosystem.
2. Describe one way humans can help conserve biodiversity.
Match each term on the left with its definition on the right.
1. Extinction
a. A species whose population is so low that it is at risk of extinction
2. Endangered species
b. The complete disappearance of a species from Earth
3. Habitat
c. The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism
Observe the image below, which depicts a diverse ecosystem. Then answer the question.
Based on the image, why is it important to protect natural habitats?
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