Many People Act on the Environment on the Basis of Self-Interest

question 48

Multiple Choice

Many people act on the environment on the basis of self-interest. According to the parable of the ʺTragedy of the Commons,ʺ what can happen?

• A) Freedom in a commons brings ruin to all.
• B) The environment is able to withstand humansʹ self-interested actions.
• C) People readily realize the need to protect the commons.
• D) Technology can discover another use of the commons.

Describe the mechanisms of speciation and the conditions under which it occurs.

Understand the role of geographical and reproductive isolation in the process of speciation.

Recognize the impact of environmental changes on species and ecosystems, including mass extinction events.

Discuss the significance of genetic engineering in solving environmental problems and improving species’ survivability.

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Definitions:

Biome

A large community of plants and animals that occupies a distinct region defined by its climate, soil, and vegetation types.

Mangroves

Tropical plants that grow in saline coastal waters, known for their complex root systems that provide habitats for a variety of organisms.

Intertidal

The coastal zone between high and low tide lines, experiencing both marine and terrestrial conditions.

Pelagic Zone

The open ocean area away from the coastal regions, covering the water column not located on the sea bed.