Which of the Following Represents an "Ecosystem Service" Performed by Soil

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following represents an "ecosystem service" performed by soil organisms?

• A) maintaining soil fertility by decaying and cycling organic material
• B) providing minerals by assisting in weathering
• C) altering topography by amplifying erosion
• D) preserving toxic materials by situating toxins into encapsulated structures
• E) contributing to desertification by removing excess moisture from the soil

Understand the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and demographic data in location decisions.

Understand the role of environmental, regulatory, and economic factors at different geographical levels (global, country, regional/community, site) in location planning.

Comprehend the importance of risks associated with location decisions, including political and legislative risks.

Analyze the strategic rationale behind specific corporate location decisions using real-world examples.

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Definitions:

Divorce Rates

The statistical measure of how often divorce occurs within a population, typically expressed per 1000 marriages.

Abortion

The medical or surgical termination of a pregnancy before the fetus is capable of independent life.

Internationally

Pertains to matters that involve more than one country or are conducted between countries.

Child Free Couples

Couples who choose not to have children, either for personal, medical, or other reasons.