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Ecosystem Objective Questions and Answer (BATS/BTS DEGREE) S IGNOU

The document contains objective questions and answers related to ecosystems, covering various types such as forest, grassland, desert, and aquatic ecosystems. It discusses the characteristics, importance, and components of these ecosystems, including examples of flora and fauna. Key concepts include the roles of forests, the adaptation of animals, and the functions of different ecosystem components.

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Ecosystem Objective Questions and Answer (BATS/BTS DEGREE) S IGNOU

The document contains objective questions and answers related to ecosystems, covering various types such as forest, grassland, desert, and aquatic ecosystems. It discusses the characteristics, importance, and components of these ecosystems, including examples of flora and fauna. Key concepts include the roles of forests, the adaptation of animals, and the functions of different ecosystem components.

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Objective Questions on Ecosystems

1. Which of the following is a forest ecosystem?

a) Grassland

b) Desert

c) Mangrove

d) Pond

Answer: c) Mangrove

2. What type of climate is typical in grassland ecosystems?

a) Hot and humid

b) Very cold

c) Moderate with seasonal rains

d) Constant rainfall

Answer: c) Moderate with seasonal rains

3. Which plant is commonly found in desert ecosystems?

a) Banyan tree

b) Cactus

c) Mango tree

d) Water lily

Answer: b) Cactus

4. Which of the following is an example of an aquatic ecosystem?

a) Rainforest

b) Tundra

c) Lake

d) Grassland

Answer: c) Lake

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Objective Questions on Ecosystems

5. Forests are important because they:

a) Reduce biodiversity

b) Cause soil erosion

c) Provide habitat and regulate oxygen

d) Increase global warming

Answer: c) Provide habitat and regulate oxygen

6. Grasslands are dominated by:

a) Trees

b) Bushes

c) Grasses

d) Rocks

Answer: c) Grasses

7. Camels are well adapted to deserts because they:

a) Eat insects

b) Have long tails

c) Store water

d) Fly

Answer: c) Store water

8. Which of these is NOT an aquatic animal?

a) Dolphin

b) Octopus

c) Deer

d) Fish

Answer: c) Deer

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Objective Questions on Ecosystems

9. Which of the following is a renewable resource found in forests?

a) Plastic

b) Timber

c) Petrol

d) Coal

Answer: b) Timber

10. Which is the largest terrestrial ecosystem?

a) Desert

b) Forest

c) Grassland

d) Ocean

Answer: b) Forest

11. Which aquatic ecosystem contains saltwater?

a) River

b) Pond

c) Lake

d) Ocean

Answer: d) Ocean

12. Which of these is a cold desert?

a) Thar

b) Sahara

c) Ladakh

d) Kalahari

Answer: c) Ladakh

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Objective Questions on Ecosystems

13. Which of the following is a function of forests?

a) Increase soil erosion

b) Regulate climate

c) Decrease biodiversity

d) Release carbon dioxide

Answer: b) Regulate climate

14. Which of these animals is commonly found in grasslands?

a) Polar bear

b) Camel

c) Lion

d) Whale

Answer: c) Lion

15. Cacti survive in deserts due to their:

a) Broad leaves

b) Short height

c) Water storage capacity

d) Floating roots

Answer: c) Water storage capacity

16. Which of the following is an abiotic component of an ecosystem?

a) Tree

b) Lion

c) Soil

d) Bacteria

Answer: c) Soil

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Objective Questions on Ecosystems

17. Which type of forest is found in Himalayan regions?

a) Tropical rainforest

b) Montane forest

c) Thorn forest

d) Temperate deciduous forest

Answer: b) Montane forest

18. The primary producers in aquatic ecosystems are:

a) Fish

b) Algae

c) Frogs

d) Crabs

Answer: b) Algae

19. Which of the following is an example of a freshwater ecosystem?

a) Ocean

b) Pond

c) Lagoon

d) Coral reef

Answer: b) Pond

20. What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

a) Photosynthesis

b) Respiration

c) Breakdown of dead matter

d) Provide shelter

Answer: c) Breakdown of dead matter

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