Conservation Flashcards

What is conservation?

Conservation is the diligent and wise use of the earth’s resources to achieve a high quality of living sustainably.

What are renewable resources?

Renewable resources are recoverable natural resources, such as rain, plants, and soil.

What are non-renewable resources?

Non-renewable resources, like petroleum and coal, cannot be replaced once exhausted.

Why is conservation important?

Conservation prevents resource destruction, preserves species, protects ecosystems, and supports research.

What are the methods of conserving water?

Methods include irrigation, constructing dams, controlling groundwater use, and tree planting.

What are the benefits of water conservation?

Water conservation provides water for agriculture, domestic use, recreation, transportation, and electricity generation.

How can soil be conserved?

Soil conservation methods include crop rotation, avoiding overgrazing, preventing deforestation, and reducing pollution.

What are the benefits of soil conservation?

It maintains fertility, prevents erosion, and supports organisms vital to soil health.

How can air be conserved?

Air conservation methods include controlling factory emissions, proper waste burning, and reducing vehicle fumes.

How can forests be conserved?

Forests can be conserved through reforestation, preventing bush burning, and selective tree cutting.

What are the benefits of forest conservation?

Forests provide food, timber, medicinal herbs, tourism opportunities, and habitat for wildlife.

What are the methods of conserving wildlife?

Methods include creating reserves, regulating hunting, and preventing bush burning.

What are the benefits of conserving wildlife?

Wildlife conservation supports food supply, tourism, employment, and ecosystem balance.

How can minerals be conserved?

Minerals can be conserved through legislation, efficient extraction, and diversification of resources.

What are the benefits of mineral conservation?

Minerals provide fuel, construction materials, industrial inputs, foreign exchange, and ornaments.

What is conservation education?

Conservation education raises awareness of the importance of sustainable resource use and protection.

What role do government agencies play in conservation?

Agencies like the Ministry of Agriculture protect resources through policies and management programs.

How does legislation aid conservation?

Legislation prevents over-exploitation, regulates activities like hunting, and protects endangered species.

What are common problems affecting conservation?

Problems include poor farming methods, overpopulation, erosion, pollution, and inadequate awareness.

How do reserves and parks support conservation?

Reserves and parks protect plants and animals, promote tourism, and ensure ecosystem balance.

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