Question

understanding concepts
multiple choice

1. habitat protection is important because

a. organisms do not live independently.
b. protecting habitats is a way to protect species.
c. without it the balance of nature could be disrupted.
d. all of the above

1. the earth’s resources can be conserved

a. only by the actions of industry.
b. by reducing the use of nonrenewable resources.
c. if people do whatever they want to do.
d. by throwing away all our trash.

Explanation:

• For question 6: Organisms have interdependent relationships in habitats. Protecting habitats safeguards species as they are closely - tied to their living environments. Also, habitats play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of nature. So all options are correct.
• For question 7: Industry is not the only entity that can conserve resources. People cannot do whatever they want to conserve resources, and throwing away all trash is not a way to conserve resources. Reducing the use of non - renewable resources helps in conserving the Earth's resources.

Answer:

1. d. All of the above
2. b. by reducing the use of nonrenewable resources.