Sampling Biodiversity

Question 1

What is biodiversity sampling?

Answer 1

The process of collecting data on the variety of life in a specific area.

Question 2

True or False: Biodiversity sampling is only concerned with plant species.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: Biodiversity can be measured at three levels: __________, __________, and __________.

Answer 3

genetic, species, ecosystem

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of biodiversity sampling?

Answer 4

To assess the health and diversity of ecosystems.

Question 5

Which method is commonly used for sampling terrestrial biodiversity?

Answer 5

Quadrat sampling

Question 6

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a sampling method? A) Transect B) Quadrat C) Phylogenetic analysis D) Pitfall traps

Answer 6

C) Phylogenetic analysis

Question 7

What does a biodiversity index measure?

Answer 7

The abundance of species in a given area.

Question 8

True or False: Sampling can be done using both direct and indirect methods.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

Fill in the blank: __________ sampling involves taking samples at regular intervals along a line.

Answer 9

Transect

Question 10

What is the significance of genetic diversity in biodiversity sampling?

Answer 10

It allows for the assessment of the adaptability and resilience of species.

Question 11

Multiple choice: Which biodiversity index is commonly used to compare species richness? A) Shannon-Wiener index B) Simpson’s index C) Margalef’s index D) All of the above

Answer 11

D) All of the above

Question 12

What is a key challenge in biodiversity sampling?

Answer 12

Ensuring that samples are representative of the entire ecosystem.

Question 13

True or False: Only scientists conduct biodiversity sampling.

Answer 13

False

Question 14

Fill in the blank: __________ is the term for the number of different species in a given area.

Answer 14

Species richness

Question 15

What role do citizen scientists play in biodiversity sampling?

Answer 15

They help collect data and engage the public in conservation efforts.

Question 16

Multiple choice: Which method is best for sampling aquatic biodiversity? A) Sweep net B) Pitfall traps C) Quadrat D) Transect

Answer 16

A) Sweep net

Question 17

What is the impact of habitat destruction on biodiversity sampling?

Answer 17

It can lead to loss of species and make sampling more difficult.

Question 18

True or False: Biodiversity sampling is only useful for academic research.

Answer 18

False

Question 19

Fill in the blank: __________ sampling is used to capture small mammals.

Answer 19

Live trapping

Question 20

What is the importance of temporal sampling in biodiversity studies?

Answer 20

It allows researchers to track changes in biodiversity over time.

Question 21

Multiple choice: Which of the following is a non-invasive sampling technique? A) Netting B) Camera traps C) Live traps D) Poison bait

Answer 21

B) Camera traps

Question 22

What does the term ‘alpha diversity’ refer to?

Answer 22

The diversity of species within a specific habitat.

Question 23

True or False: The results from biodiversity sampling can inform conservation strategies.

Answer 23

True

Question 24

Fill in the blank: __________ refers to the variety of ecosystems in a given area.

Answer 24

Ecosystem diversity

Question 25

What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative sampling?

Answer 25

Qualitative sampling focuses on the types of species present, while quantitative sampling measures the abundance of species.

Question 26

Multiple choice: Which of the following is an advantage of using molecular techniques in biodiversity sampling? A) Cost-effective B) High accuracy C) Time-consuming D) Requires no training

Answer 26

B) High accuracy

Question 27

What is a bioblitz?

Answer 27

An event where people come together to find and identify as many species as possible in a specific area within a short period.

Question 28

True or False: Biodiversity sampling can help in monitoring the effects of climate change.

Answer 28

True

Question 29

Fill in the blank: __________ is the loss of species in a specific area due to environmental changes.

Answer 29

Extinction

Question 30

What factor can influence the effectiveness of biodiversity sampling?

Answer 30

The time of year and weather conditions.