Wetland Habitats: Dive into the UK's Watery Wonders

Question 1

How do human activities such as farming and urbanization impact the health and preservation of wetland habitats in the UK?

Accepted Answer

They contaminate and drain wetlands.

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They increase the number of wetlands.

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They shield wetlands from natural disasters.

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They have no impact on wetlands.

Question 2

Which of the following is a defining feature of wetland habitats?

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Waterlogged soil

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Abundant sunlight

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Open grasslands

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Sandy dunes

Question 3

Which of these animals is commonly found in wetland habitats in the United Kingdom?

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Water vole

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Hedgehog

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Fox

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Squirrel

Question 4

Which of the following is a common plant found in wetland habitats in the UK?

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Water lily

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Daisy

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Sunflower

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Rose

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT an adaptation that helps animals survive in wetland habitats?

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Sharp claws

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Webbed feet

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Thick fur

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Ability to hold their breath underwater

Question 6

Which of these is NOT an advantage of protecting wetland habitats in the UK?

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More visitors

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Flood prevention

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Water cleaning

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Home for many animals

Question 7

Wetland habitats are characterized by which of these features?

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Permanent waterlogging

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High levels of dissolved oxygen

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Dominant vegetation of coniferous trees

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Steep slopes

Question 8

Which of these animals is well-suited to living in wetland environments?

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Otter

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Owl

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Fox

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Squirrel

Question 9

What are the defining characteristics of a wetland habitat that distinguish it from other ecosystems?

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A wetland habitat is a natural area that is regularly or permanently covered or saturated with water, supporting plants and animals that are adapted to such conditions.

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A wetland habitat is a type of ecosystem found only in tropical regions.

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Wetland habitats are not important for biodiversity.

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Wetland habitats are the same as marine ecosystems.

Question 10

Which type of plants are commonly found in wetlands?

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Reeds and grasses

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Trees

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Shrubs

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Flowers

Question 11

Which animal is well-suited for living in wetlands?

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Otter

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Red fox

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Hedgehog

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Squirrel

Question 12

Which agreement aims to protect wetlands around the world?

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The Ramsar Convention

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The Kyoto Protocol

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The Paris Agreement

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The Montreal Protocol

Question 13

Which bird species is commonly found in reedbeds, a type of wetland habitat?

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Bittern

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Blue tit

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Sparrow

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Cuckoo

Question 14

How do wetland plants adapt to waterlogged conditions?

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Pneumatophores (above-ground roots)

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Thick, waxy leaves

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Reduced root systems

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High tolerance to salt

Question 15

Which of the following is an invertebrate commonly found in marshes, a type of freshwater wetland?

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Dragonfly

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Spider

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Butterfly

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Snail

Question 16

What is the primary source of nutrients for plants in wetland ecosystems?

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Bacteria

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Sunlight

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Animal waste

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Minerals

Question 17

Which conservation measure aims to protect and restore wetland habitats?

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Habitat restoration

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Species reintroduction

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Pollution monitoring

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Sustainable land management

Question 18

Which animal is an apex predator in wetland ecosystems?

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Otter

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Fox

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Hedgehog

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Shrew

Question 19

What is the term for the gradual loss of wetland habitats due to human activities?

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Wetland degradation

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Deforestation

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Desertification

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Salinization

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a type of wetland habitat found in the UK?

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Forests

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Bogs

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Marshes

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Fens

Question 21

Which animal species is commonly associated with wetland habitats?

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Kingfishers

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Sparrows

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Owls

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Squirrels

Question 22

What is the primary characteristic of a bog habitat?

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Waterlogged and acidic conditions

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Dense vegetation and trees

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Abundant insect life

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Clear and flowing water

Question 23

What is a key difference between marshes and swamps?

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Swamps are characterized by dense tree growth, while marshes have more open ground.

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Marshes are typically freshwater, while swamps are saltwater.

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Marshes are more common in coastal areas, while swamps are more common inland.

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There is no difference between marshes and swamps.

Question 24

Which of the following animals is an invasive species that poses a threat to wetland habitats in the UK?

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Mink

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Otter

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Water vole

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Kingfisher

Question 25

Which feature is NOT typical of wetland habitats?

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Well-drained soils

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Waterlogged or saturated soils

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High biodiversity

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Presence of standing water

Question 26

What is a defining characteristic of wetland habitats?

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Abundant water

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Well-drained soil

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Dry conditions

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High altitude

Question 27

Which type of plants flourish in wetlands?

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Shrubs and reeds

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Conifers

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Trees

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Cacti

Question 28

Which animal is a primary predator in wetland food chains?

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Otter

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Fox

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Squirrel

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Hedgehog

Question 29

Where do wetland ecosystems primarily obtain their nutrients from?

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Decomposing organic matter

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Fertilizers

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Animal waste

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Rainfall

Question 30

How do wetlands contribute to flood prevention?

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They absorb excess water.

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They prevent soil erosion.

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They provide homes for fish.

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They filter pollutants.

Question 31

Wetland habitats are known for their:

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Abundant vegetation and diverse plant life

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Dry and arid conditions with little water

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High salt content that makes it difficult for plants to grow

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Rocky substrate and lack of vegetation

Question 32

Which type of plants thrives in wetland environments?

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Aquatic and emergent vegetation that can tolerate wet conditions

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Trees and shrubs that grow tall and have deep roots

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Succulents and cacti that store water in their stems

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Grasses and ferns that prefer dry and well-drained soil

Question 33

In the UK, wetlands are home to many animals, including:

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Water voles that live in burrows along riverbanks

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Polar bears that hunt seals on floating ice

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Lions that roam the African savanna

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Kangaroos that hop through the Australian outback

Question 34

The biggest threat to UK wetlands comes from:

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Pollution from factories, farms, and households

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Deforestation, which removes trees that help protect wetlands

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Climate change, which leads to rising sea levels and changes in rainfall patterns

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Overgrazing by animals, which damages vegetation and compacts the soil

Question 35

True or False: All wetlands are permanently covered in water throughout the year.

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False

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True

Question 36

Which of these is a sign that a wetland ecosystem is NOT healthy?

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Lots of pollution

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Many different types of plants

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Water that stays wet all year

Question 37

Which of the following is a characteristic of wetland habitats?

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Waterlogged soil

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Dry soil

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Low biodiversity

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Scarce vegetation

Question 38

Which of the following plants is commonly found in wetland habitats?

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Reeds

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Pine trees

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Cacti

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Wheat

Question 39

Which of the following animals is adapted to living in the shallow waters of wetlands?

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Otter

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Dolphin

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Zebra

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Lion

Question 40

Why are wetland habitats important for wildlife?

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They provide a breeding ground for many species.

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They are a major source of food for humans.

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They regulate the Earth's climate.

Question 41

Which of the following adaptations helps waterbirds move through wetland habitats?

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Webbed feet

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Thick fur

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Striped camouflage

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Sharp claws

Question 42

What is the process by which wetland plants absorb pollutants from water?

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Phytoremediation

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Respiration

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Photosynthesis

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Transpiration

Question 43

Which action can help protect wetland habitats?

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Reduce water pollution

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Increase deforestation

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Over-fish wetland ecosystems

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Allow invasive species to spread

Question 44

Which of the following is a type of wetland habitat that has still water and is often covered in floating plants?

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Pond

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Swamp

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Fen

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Bog

Question 45

Which of the following is **NOT** a defining characteristic of wetland habitats?

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High levels of dissolved oxygen

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Fluctuating water levels

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Shallow, standing water

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Abundant vegetation

Question 46

Which of these organisms is considered an indicator species for the health of wetland habitats?

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Dragonfly nymph

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Toad

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Duck

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Mosquito

Question 47

What types of plants are commonly found in wetland habitats?

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Emergent, floating, and submerged plants

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Desert shrubs

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Coniferous trees

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Epiphytes

Question 48

Which human activity poses the greatest threat to the survival of wetland habitats?

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Draining for agricultural purposes

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Pollution

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Conservation efforts

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Wildlife viewing

Question 49

What is the primary role of wetlands in regulating water quality?

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Filtering pollutants and sediments

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Providing habitat for fish

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Storing floodwater

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Supporting tourism

Question 50

Which bird species is known to inhabit wetland habitats in the UK?

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Bittern

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Penguin

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Eagle

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Hummingbird

Question 51

What is the term used to describe the process by which nutrients are removed from water in wetland ecosystems?

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Denitrification

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Photosynthesis

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Respiration

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Decomposition

Question 52

What actions can be taken to help conserve wetland habitats?

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Raising awareness, protecting water sources, and implementing sustainable land use practices

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Destroying non-native species

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Banning all human activities in wetlands

Question 53

What is the collective term for plants and animals that live in wetlands?

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Hydrophytes

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This question is irrelevant to the unit

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Aerophytes

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Xerophytes