The word Biosphere refers to : (1) Zone of soil, water and air around earth capable of supporting the flora and fauna. (2) Part of earth surface which can support the flora (3) Parts of air around earth a where life can exist (4) Zone of water on earth which can support life.

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(1) Zone of soil, water and air around earth capable of supporting the flora and fauna. Explanation: Biosphere refers to that portion of the Earth which is occupied by the various forms of life, in addition to the three main physical zones, the Lithosphere, the Hydrosphere and the Atmosphere.

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Description : The word Biosphere refers to : (1) Zone of soil, water and air around earth capable of supporting the flora and fauna. (2) Part of earth surface which can support the flora (3) Parts of air around earth a where life can exist (4) Zone of water on earth which can support life.

Last Answer : Zone of soil, water and air around earth capable of supporting the flora and fauna. 

Description : Consider the following statements: 1. The boundaries of a National Park are defined by legislation. 2. A Biosphere Reserve is declared to conserve a few specific species of flora and fauna. 3. In a Wildlife Sanctuary, limited biotic ... ) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Last Answer : Ans: (c)

Description : Biosphere refers to - (1) the area of the land inhabited by living organism (2) the part of ocean inhabited by plants and animals (3) the portion of the earth, including the oceans ... land, the soil and the atmosphere inhabited by living organisms (4) the atmosphere surrounding the living organisms

Last Answer : (3) the portion of the earth, including the oceans, the land, the soil and the atmosphere inhabited by living organisms Explanation: The biosphere is the global ecological system integrating all living beings ... up of the parts of Earth where life exists. It is the worldwide sum of all ecosystems.

Description : Deforestation results in : 1. flora destruction 2. fauna destruction 3. ecological disbalance (a) 2 and 3 (b) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1 only (d) 1 and 3

Last Answer : Ans: (b)

Description : In India, where is the bio-reserve to preserve the diverse sub-marine flora and fauna situated? (1) Lakshadweep (2) Andaman and Nicobar Islands (3) Daman and Diu (4) Dadra, Nagar Haveli

Last Answer : (2) Andaman and Nicobar Islands Explanation: The Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve encompasses a large part of the island of Great Nicobar, the largest of the Nicobar Islands in the Indian Union ... many species of plants and animals, often endemic to the Andaman and Nicobars bio-geographic region.

Description : The sphere of living matter together with water, air and soil on the surface of the earth is known as – (1) Lithosphere (2) Biosphere (3) Hydrosphere (4) Atmosphere

Last Answer : (2) Biosphere Explanation: Part of the Earth's surface and atmosphere that contains the entire terrestrial ecosystem, and extends from ocean depths to about six kilometers above sea level. Not ... supports them soil, subsurface water, bodies of water, air and includes hydrosphere and lithosphere.

Description : Which of the following is/are correct about the Rann of Kachchh ? 1. It is a flat saline marsh land 2. It is in Rajasthan 3. It is the home of the Indian Wild Ass 4. It is a unique land formation supporting several singular species of ... 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2, 3 and 4 (c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Last Answer : Ans: (c)

Description : Which one of the following is not a site for 'in-situ' method of conservation of flora? [CSAT 2011] (a) Biosphere Reserve (b) Botanical Garden (c) National Park (d) Wildlife Sanctuary

Last Answer : Ans: (b)

Description : There is a wide variation of fauna and flora on the earth due to?

Last Answer : Different physical environment

Description : The Biosphere is the zone of Earth where life is found. It includes parts of : a. Hydrosphere b. Lithosphere c. Stratosphere d. Troposphere Select the correct answer from the following : (1) a and c (2) a, b and d (3) a and d (4) b, c and d

Last Answer : a, b and d

Description : What is the word for mineral in flora, fauna and ...

Last Answer : Mineral, seriously.

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Last Answer : the portion of the earth, including the oceans, the land, the soil and the atmosphere inhabited by living organisms

Description : “The diverse flora and fauna of India is under threat”. Justify by giving reasons. -SST 10th

Last Answer : (i) At least 10% of India's recorded wild flora and 20% of its mammals are on the threatened list. (ii) The cheetah, pink-headed duck, mountain quail, forest spotted owlet, and plants like ... are on the verge of extinction. (iii) Many smaller animals like insects and plants have become extinct.

Description : ‘India has rich flora and fauna.’ Explain. -SST 10th

Last Answer : (i) India is one of the world’s richest countries in terms of its vast array of biological diversity. (ii) It has nearly 8% of the total number of species in the world. (1.6 million approximately.) (iii) Of the estimated 47,000 plant species, about 15,000 flowering species are indigenous to India.

Description : Which of these statements is not a valid reason for the depletion of flora and fauna ? -SST 10th

Last Answer : C - Because the majority of fuel wood collection is done from the dry branches which break down from trees.

Description : Answer the following questions in about 30 words. How have human activities affected the depletion of flora and fauna ? Explain. -SST 10th

Last Answer : Human activities have greatly affected the depletion of flora and fauna in such a way as: (a) Expansion of the commercial and scientific forestry and mining activities: Expansion of the ... environmental pollution, poisoning and forest fires have led to the decline in the country's biodiversity.

Description : Define (i) ecosystem or ecological system (ii) flora and fauna. -SST 10th

Last Answer : (i) Ecosystem or Ecological system : The complex interactions, interrelationships and interdependencies between living organisms form an ecosystem or ecological system. No living organism, plant, animal, micro- ... is a natural flora, and tiger, the national animal of India is example of fauna.

Description : With the help of three examples show how communities have carried out conservation of flora and fauna in India. -SST 10th

Last Answer : In Sariska, tiger reserve, people have fought against mining by citing the wildlife Protection Act. People themselves protect forest. In Alwar district of Rajasthan, people of five villages ... the Himalaya region of Uttarakhand, the famous Chipko movement'' has prevented forest deforestation.

Description : Which three human activities are responsible for the depletion of flora and fauna? Explain. -SST 10th

Last Answer : (i) Large scale development projects like river valley projects have submerged large tracts of forest. For instance, Narmada Sagar project in M.P. would inundate 40,000 hectares of forest. (ii) ... fauna. (iii) Major factors behind depletion of flora and fauna are grazing and fuel-wood collection.

Description : Mention the negative factors which since pre-independence to present period have contributed significantly to the fearful depletion of flora and fauna in India. -SST 10th

Last Answer : The negative factors which since pre-independence to present period have contributed significantly to the fearful depletion of flora and fauna in India can be outlined as follows : (i) The expansion ... (ix) Hunting and poaching. (x) Environmental pollution and water poisoning. (xi) Forest fires.

Description : How have human activities affected the depletion of flora and fauna? Explain. -Geography

Last Answer : v Cutting down of forests for agricultural expansion, large scale developmental projects, grazing and fuel wood collection and for urbanization has led to the depletion of flora and fauna.

Description : Distinguish between Flora and Fauna -Geography 9th

Last Answer : Flora Definition The term flora' is defined as all the naturally occurring native plants of a particular region. Flora indicates all forms of plant life, more generally used to represent the ... are included in microfauna. Other faunas like avifauna have birds, and piscifauna includes fishes.

Description : A rich variety of flora and fauna is found in the mountains. -Social Science

Last Answer : india is one of the 12 mega diversity countries of the world . there are 47000 plant species in india and occupies tenth place in world and fourth in asia in plant diversity 15000 flowering ... this worlds total flowering plants the country has many non flowering plants such as ferns algae and fungi

Description : what is flora and fauna from each biome

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Description : Why can't Australia's exotic flora and fauna be found anywhere else in the world?

Last Answer : Feel Free to Answer

Description : Individuals of species which occur in a particular area constitute: (a) Flora (b) Fauna (c) Population (d) Flora and fauna

Last Answer : Ans. ((c))

Description : In a national park protection is provided to: (a) Entire ecosystem (b) Flora and fauna (c) Fauna only (d) Flora only

Last Answer : Ans. ((b))

Description : The variety of living organisms (flora and fauna) is called as

Last Answer : Ans. Biodiversity

Description : What is‘Biodiversity? (1) Many types of flora & fauna in one forest (2) Many types of flora and fauna in many forests (3) Many population of one species in one forest (4) All the above are true,

Last Answer : (1) Many types of flora & fauna in one forest Explanation: Biodiversity is the degree of variation of life. It is a measure of the variety of organisms present in different ecosystems or ... Biologists most often define biodiversity as the "totality of genes, species, and ecosystems of a region"

Description : The 'Red Data Book' is the documentation of endangered rare species of: (1) Flora (2) Fauna (3) Other living organisms (4) All of these are correct

Last Answer : (4) All of these are correct Explanation: A Red Data Book contains lists of species whose continued existence is threatened. Species are classified into different categories of perceived risk. It documents rare ... , plants and fungi, as well as other living organisms in an area, region or country.

Description : The author has described Lencho‘s house as one that --- (a) Was small and stood atop a mountainous range. (b) Was the only one situated on the crest of a low hill. (c) Was a large house with trees surrounding it. (d) Was a place abundant in flora and fauna.

Last Answer : (b) Was the only one situated on the crest of a low hill.

Description : What do black buck , dodo , elephant and golden cat together represent in a forest . a) fauna b)flora c)ecosystem d)species

Last Answer : a) fauna

Description : ______ is group of organism which can interbreed under natural conditions . a) species b) flora c) fauna d) genus

Last Answer : a) species

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Last Answer : Many types of flora & fauna in one forest

Description : The sphere of living matter together with water, air and soil on the surface of the earth is known as (1) Lithosphere (2) Biosphere (3) Hydrosphere (4) Atmosphere

Last Answer : Biosphere

Description : Flora present in human intestine is capable of synthesizing (a) Vit. K (b) vit. C (c) Vit. A (d) vit. B

Last Answer : (d) vit. B

Description : The earth contains a thin region known as the biosphere, in which life exists. The three parts of the biosphere are

Last Answer : Ans. Atmosphere, hydrosphere and lithosphere

Description : The largest ecosystem of the Earth is – (1) Biome (2) Hydrosphere (3) Lithosphere (4) Biosphere

Last Answer : (1) Biome Explanation: Biomes are climatically and geographically defined as similar climatic conditions on the Earth, such as communities of plants, animals, and soil organisms, and are often ... area, creating a typical ecosystem over that area. Such major ecosystems are termed as biomes.

Description : Nagarhole National Park is part of the _______ Biosphere Reserve. (1) Aravalli (2) Vindhya (3) Satpura (4) Nilgiricurve

Last Answer : (4) Nilgiricurve Explanation: Nagarhole National Park, also known as Rajiv Gandhi National Park, is a national park located in Kodagu and Mysore districts of Karnataka. It is part of the ... ranges the foothills of the Western Ghats spreading down the Brahmagiri hills and south towards Kerala.

Description : Consider the following statements: 1. Alluvial soil is rich in chemical properties and is capable of yielding Rabi and Kharif crops. 2. Black soil is suitable for cotton, groundnut. 3. Rabi crops are reaped in autumn after sowing in June. ... ] (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 2 (c) 2 and 3 (d) 1 and 3

Last Answer : Ans: (b)

Description : The Montreal Protocol 1987 refers to – (1) saving the Bio-diversity of our planet (2) signing of an accord on the peaceful uses of atomic energy (3) signing of an accord on keeping the antarctica as a nuclear free zone (4) saving the ozone layer from destruction by reducting the use of CFCs

Last Answer : (4) saving the ozone layer from destruction by reducting the use of CFCs Explanation: The Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer (a protocol to the Vienna Convention for the ... entered into force on January 1, 1989, followed by a first meeting in Helsinki. May 1989.

Description : Air travel has become very important for the north eastern part of India mainly because, (a) the region is mountainous (b) population density is low (c) surface transport routes have to go around Bangladesh (d) air transport is cheaper

Last Answer : Ans: (c)

Description : Does Flora(l) abuse exist?

Last Answer : Feeding starving African kids is more important than plant sufferage.

Description : The food chain refers to the transfer of energy from : (1) the interior of the earth to the surface (2) lower to higher latitudes (3) one organism to another (4) organisms of the land to those of the sea by means of river

Last Answer : (3) one organism to another Explanation: A food chain is a linear sequence of links in a food web starting from atrophic species that eats no other species in the web and ends at a ... linear monophagous pathways. A common metric used to quantify food web trophic structure is food chain length.

Description : The space retaining life in any form is called – (1) Biomass (2) Biosphere (3) Lithosphere (4) Hydrosphere

Last Answer : (2) Biosphere Explanation: The biosphere is the global ecological system integrating all living beings and their relationships, including their interaction with the elements of the litho-sphere, geosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere. It is termed the zone of life on Earth.

Description : An area legally reserved for wild life in its natural surroundings is – (1) Biosphere Reserve (2) Sanctuary (3) Social Forests (4) National Park

Last Answer : (2) Sanctuary Explanation: A wildlife sanctuary is an protected area that is reserved for the conservation only of wildlife, animals and plant species. Human activities like harvesting of timber, collection of minor forest products are allowed.

Description : 1. The Shivaliks have tropical moist deciduous flora. 2. The Bundelkhand plateau has thorn and scrub forest type of vegetation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? [Asstt Comm 2008] (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

Last Answer : Ans: (c)

Description : The zone of biosphere reserve where no human activity is permitted is known as

Last Answer : The zone of biosphere reserve where no human activity is permitted is known as A. Buffer zone B. Core zone C. Manipulation zone D. None of these

Description : The region of biosphere reserve which is legally protected and where no human activity is allowed is known as (a) buffer zone (b) transition zone (c) restoration zone (d) core zone.

Last Answer : (d) core zone.