by justina12
The biosphere is a delicate and complex network of life that encompasses every living organism on Earth. This quiz will take you through various aspects of the biosphere, exploring the diversity and interdependence of life forms. Ready to put your knowledge to the test? Let’s get started!
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Biosphere Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the biosphere?
The layer of gases surrounding Earth
The global sum of all ecosystems
The solid outer layer of the Earth
The process by which plants make food
2. Which of the following is NOT a component of the biosphere?
Plants
Animals
Rocks
Microorganisms
3. What is the primary source of energy for the biosphere?
The Moon
The Sun
Geothermal energy
Tidal energy
4. Which process is crucial for converting solar energy into chemical energy in the biosphere?
Respiration
Decomposition
Photosynthesis
Evaporation
5. What term describes the variety of life within the biosphere?
Biomass
Biodiversity
Biogeography
Bioaccumulation
6. Which biome is characterized by very low temperatures and a lack of trees?
Desert
Tundra
Rainforest
Savanna
7. What role do decomposers play in the biosphere?
Producing oxygen
Breaking down dead organisms
Fixing nitrogen
Pollinating plants
8. Which of the following is a major threat to biodiversity in the biosphere?
Natural disasters
Habitat destruction
Seasonal changes
Predation
9. What is the term for a species that has a disproportionately large effect on its environment relative to its abundance?
Invasive species
Keystone species
Endangered species
Indicator species
10. Which cycle involves the movement of water through the biosphere, atmosphere, and lithosphere?
Carbon cycle
Nitrogen cycle
Water cycle
Phosphorus cycle
11. Which of the following is an example of a mutualistic relationship in the biosphere?
Lion and zebra
Bee and flower
Wolf and deer
Shark and remora
12. What is the primary factor that determines the type of biome in a particular area?
Soil type
Altitude
Climate
Latitude
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